Troubleshooting assistant

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

Brake System

Hard pedal but brakes inefficient

Possible causes and remedies

Possible cause

Oil or grease on shoes or pads

Remedy

Check for cause. Replace shoes or pads

Possible cause

Brake pads distorted, worn or glazed

Remedy

Replace pads

BR-23 / BR-31

Possible cause

Piston frozen in brake cylinder

Remedy

Repair cylinder

BR-26 / BR-34

Possible cause

Brake booster faulty

Remedy

Repair booster

BR-20

Possible cause

Vacuum leaks

Remedy

Repair as necessary

Possible cause

Brake line restricted

Remedy

Repair as necessary