Inspection Procedure 7

DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Check the brake drums and lining or brake disc and pads for wear or cutting.
If worn or cut, repair or replace the part. Then go to Step 7.
If normal, go to Step 2.

STEP 2. Check the calipers for rust.
If rusted, remove the rust. Then go to Step 7
If not rusted, go to Step 3.

STEP 3. Check the lining parts for damage.
If not equipped with rear drum brakes, go to Step 6.
If damaged, repair or replace the part. Then go to Step 7.
If normal, go to Step 4.

STEP 4. Check whether the lining is dirty or greasy.
If dirty or greasy, clean or replace the part. Then go to Step 7.
If normal, go to Step 5.

STEP 5. Check whether the shoe hold-down springs are weak or the shoe-hold-down pins and springs are loose or damaged.
If faulty, repair or replace the part. Then go to Step 7.
If normal, go to Step 6.

STEP 6. Adjust the brake pedal or brake booster pushrod.
Then go to Step 7.

STEP 7. Check symptom.
If the symptom is eliminated, diagnosis is complete. If the symptom is not eliminated, start over at step 1.
If a new symptom surfaces, refer to the symptom chart.