Chevrolet Trax: Braking action uneven - pulls to one side
Test Description
The number below refer to the step number on the diagnostic table:
5
Suspension components that are not operating properly may cause a disturbance to the vehicle during application of the brake system.
6
Steering components that are not operating correctly may cause a disturbance to the vehicle during application of the brake system.
Braking Action Uneven - Pulls to One Side
BRAKING ACTION UNEVEN - FRONT TO REAR
Test Description
The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table:
5
Suspension components that are not operating properly may cause a disturbance to the vehicle during application of the brake system.
Braking Action Uneven - Front to Rear
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BRAKE PEDAL EXCESSIVE TRAVEL
Brake Pedal Excessive Travel
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BRAKE PEDAL EXCESSIVE EFFORT
Brake Pedal Excessive Effort
BRAKES DRAG
Brakes Drag
BRAKE SYSTEM SLOW RELEASE
Brake System Slow Release
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BRAKE FLUID LOSS
Brake Fluid Loss
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DISC BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table:
9
Lubricant leaks from non-brake system components may come in contact with and contaminate brake system components.
10
Lubricant leaks from non-brake system components may come in contact with and contaminate brake system components.
12
Disc brake rotor shields/backing plates that come in contact with disc brake rotors may cause brake system noise.
15
Disc brake rotor thickness variation that exceeds the maximum acceptable level can cause brake pulsation.
19
Disc brake rotor thickness variation that exceeds the maximum acceptable level can cause brake pulsation.
22
Disc brake rotor assembled lateral runout (LRO) that exceeds the maximum acceptable level can lead to thickness variation.
Disc Brake System Diagnosis
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DRUM BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
Test Description
The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table:
18
Drum brake backing plates that come in contact with brake drums may cause brake system noise.
Drum Brake System Diagnosis
HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
Hydraulic Brake System Diagnosis
BRAKE ASSIST SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
Brake Assist System Diagnosis
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Brake system vehicle road test
Preliminary Inspections
Visually inspect easily accessible brake system components for obvious
damage and/or leaks which may
indicate that the vehicle should not be driven until further inspectio
Brake pedal travel measurement and inspection
Special Tools
CH-28662 Brake Pedal Effort Gauge
For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools.
With the ignition OFF and the brakes cool, apply the brakes 3-5 times,
or until the brake ped
Brake system external leak inspection
WARNING: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning .
CAUTION: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical
Components Caution
In order to inspect for external brake fluid leaks, first inspect t
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Radio programming and setup (UF7,UH7)
NOTE:
DO NOT program a control module unless directed to by a service
procedure or a service bulletin. If the ECU is not properly configured with
the correct calibration software, the ECU will not control all of the
vehicle
features properly.
Ensure the programming tool is equipped with the
DTC B2625
Diagnostic Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this
diagnostic procedure.
Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic
approach.
Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each
diagnostic category.
DTC Descriptor
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