For 1990-2009 cars

Step | Action | Normal Result(s) | Abnormal Result(s)*
--- | --- | --- | ---
1 | Inspect the master cylinder fluid level. | Master cylinder fluid level between ADD and FULL. | Fill the master cylinder reservoir as needed. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling .
2 |

1. Park brake not applied.
2. Start the engine.

Brake warning indicator illuminates briefly (approximately 5 seconds) then turns off.

• | Refer to Brake Warning Indicator Always On .

• | Refer to Brake Warning Indicator Inoperative .

3 | With the vehicle in PARK, press the brake pedal. |

• | Brake pedal moves steadily towards floor, approximately 2-3 in.

• | Brake pedal stops and is firm against the pressure.

• | Refer to Brake Pedal Excessive Travel .

• | Refer to Brake Pedal Travel Gradually Increases .

• | Refer to Brake Pedal Excessive Effort .

4 | Release the brake pedal. | Brake pedal returns to normal height. | Refer to Brake System Slow Release .
5 |

1. Press the brake pedal.
2. Shift vehicle into DRIVE.
3. Perform the brake system test. Refer to Brake System Testing .

• | Braking action starts after applying the brakes.

• | Brakes do not grab - brake pedal does not vibrate.

• | Vehicle stops without excessive pedal effort.

• | Vehicle stops without pulling to one side.

• | Front and rear brakes apply evenly.

• | Vehicle stops without noise coming from the brakes.

• | Vehicle stops without noise coming from the Vacuum booster.

• | Brakes do not drag after releasing the brake pedal.

• | Brakes do not make noise while driving.

• | Refer to Brake System Slow Response .

• | Refer to Brake Pedal Excessive Action .

• | Refer to Braking Action Uneven - Side to Side .

• | Refer to Braking Action Uneven - Front to Rear .

• | Refer to Brake System Noise with Brakes Applied .

• | Refer to Brake System Groan at End of Stop .

• | Refer to Brakes Drag .

• | Refer to Brake System Noise with Brakes Not Applied .

* Refer to the appropriate symptom diagnostic table for the applicable abnormal result.