Troubleshooting assistant

Pick a problem area, choose the symptom, then follow the remedy links or step-by-step TSRM procedure.

Diagnostic codes

Areas /Brakes drag

Brake System

Brakes drag

Possible causes and remedies

Possible cause

Parking brake out of adjustment

Remedy

Adjust parking brake

BR-45

Possible cause

Binding parking brake wire

Remedy

Repair as necessary

Possible cause

Booster push rod out of adjustment

Remedy

Adjust push rod

BR-21

Possible cause

Tension or return spring faulty

Remedy

Replace spring

BR-39

Possible cause

Brake line restricted

Remedy

Repair as necessary

Possible cause

Lining cracked or distorted

Remedy

Replace shoe

BR-39

Possible cause

Pad cracked or distorted

Remedy

Replace pad

BR-23 / BR-31

Possible cause

Caliper piston sticking

Remedy

Repair as necessary

BR-26 / BR-34

Possible cause

Master cylinder faulty

Remedy

Repair or replace master cylinder

BR-9

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