Diagnosis Procedure

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Brake pedal vibrates and motor sound from ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) occurs when the engine starts.
Brake pedal vibrates during braking.

CAUTION: Vibration may be felt when brake pedal is lightly depressed (just placing a foot on it) in the following conditions. This is normal.

When shifting gears
When driving on slippery road
During cornering at high speeds
When passing over bumps or grooves [Approx. 50 mm (1.97 in) or more]
When pulling away just after starting engine [at approx. 10 km/h (6.2 MPH) or higher]

SYMPTOM CHECK (1)
Check that there are pedal vibrations when the engine is started.

Do vibrations occur?

YES

GO TO 2 .

NO

Check brake pedal. Refer to Adjustment .
SYMPTOM CHECK (2)
Check that motor sound from ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) occurs when the engine starts.

Does the operation sound occur?

YES

GO TO 3 .

NO

Perform "Self Diagnostic Result" mode of "ABS".
SYMPTOM CHECK (3)
Check symptoms when electrical component (headlamps, etc.) switches are operated.

Does the symptom occur?

YES

Check that radio (including wiring), antenna and antenna lead-in wires are not located near ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit). Move them if they are located near ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit).

NO

GO TO 4 .
PERFORM SELF DIAGNOSTIC RESULT
CONSULT
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF → ON.
  CAUTION:
  - Be sure to wait 10 seconds after turning ignition switch OFF or ON.
  - Start the engine.
2. Repeat step 1 two or more times.
3. Select "Self Diagnostic Result" mode of "ABS".
Is any DTC detected?

YES

Check the DTC. Refer to DTC Index .

NO

Inspection End.