ISUZU AXIOM 2002 Service Repair Manual

5C±61 POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
AXIOM (Vehicles Produced After Aug./1/2001)
POWER-ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
CONTENTS
Service Precaution 5C±62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Description 5C±62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnosis 5C±66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Diagnosis 5C±67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hydraulic Brakes 5C±70. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filling Master Cylinder Reservoir 5C±70. . . . . . . .
Deterioration of Brake Fluid 5C±70. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Leakage of Brake Fluid 5C±70. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bleeding Brake Hydraulic System 5C±70. . . . . . . .
Flushing Brake Hydraulic System 5C±71. . . . . . . .
Brake Pipes and Hoses 5C±71. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Hose Inspection 5C±71. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Caliper Brake Hose 5C±72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Caliper Brake Hose and Associated
Parts 5C±72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Axle Brake Hose 5C±73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Axle Brake Hose and Associated
Parts 5C±73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Pipe 5C±74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
P & B (Proportioning and Bypass) Valve 5C±75. . . .
Removal 5C±75. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±75. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Data and Specifications 5C±76. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Pedal 5C±77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Pedal Height 5C±77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Pedal Travel 5C±77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Pedal and Associated Parts 5C±78. . . . . . .
Removal 5C±78. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±78. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stoplight Switch 5C±79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parts Location 5C±79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±79. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Data and Specifications 5C±80. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master Cylinder Assembly 5C±81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master Cylinder Assembly and Associated
Parts 5C±81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection 5C±81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Master Cylinder Assembly 5C±82. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master Cylinder Assembly Desassembled
View 5C±82. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Desassembly 5C±82. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection 5C±82. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reassembly 5C±83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Data and Specifications 5C±84. . . . . . . . . . .
Vacuum Booster Assembly 5C±85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vacuum Booster Assembly and Associated
Parts 5C±85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±85. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 5C±86. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exterior Components 5C±87. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exterior Components and Associated
Parts 5C±87. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±87. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 5C±88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vacuum Booster Overhaul 5C±88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vacuum Booster 5C±88. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Data and Specifications 5C±89. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Disc Brake Pads 5C±90. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Disc Brake Pads Inspection 5C±90. . . . . . . .
Front Disc Brake Pads and Associated
Parts 5C±90. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±91. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±91. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Disc Brake Rotor 5C±93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection 5C±93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing Brake Rotors 5C±93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Refinishing Brake Rotors 5C±93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Disc Brake Caliper Assembly 5C±95. . . . . . . .
Front Disc Brake Caliper Assembly and
Associated Parts 5C±95. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±95. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±96. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Disc Brake Caliper 5C±98. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Disc Brake Caliper Disassembled
View 5C±98. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly 5C±98. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 5C±99. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reassembly 5C±99. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Data and Specifications 5C±100. . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Disc Brake Pads (4y4 Model) 5C±101. . . . . . . .

5C±62
POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
Brake Pads Inspection 5C±101. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Pads and Associated Parts 5C±101. . . . . . .
Removal 5C±102. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±102. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Disc Brake Rotor (4y4 Model) 5C±104. . . . . . . .
Inspection 5C±104. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing Brake Rotors 5C±104. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Refinishing Brake Rotors 5C±104. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Drum (In Disc) Inside Diameter
Check 5C±105. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Disc Brake Caliper Assembly
(4y4 Model) 5C±106. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Disc Brake Caliper Assembly and
Associated Parts 5C±106. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±106. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±107. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Disc Brake Caliper (4y4 Model) 5C±108. . . . . .
Rear Disc Brake Caliper Disassembled
View 5C±108. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly 5C±109. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 5C±109. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reassembly 5C±109. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Data and Specifications
(4y4 Model) 5C±111. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Lining 5C±112. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Lining and Associated Parts 5C±112. . . . . . .
Removal 5C±112. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake Lining Inspection 5C±113. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±113. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drum Brake Adjustment (4y2 Model) 5C±114. . . . .
Servicing The Brake Drum 5C±114. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel Cylinder Assembly (4y2 Model) 5C±115. . . . .
Wheel Cylinder Assembly and Associated
Parts 5C±115. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removal 5C±115. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 5C±115. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembled View 5C±116. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disassembly 5C±116. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection and Repair 5C±116. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reassembly 5C±116. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Main Data and Specifications 5C±118. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Precaution
WARNING: THIS VEHICLE HAS A SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS). REFER TO THE
SRS
COMPONENT AND WIRING LOCATION VIEW
IN
ORDER TO DETERMINE WHETHER YOU ARE
PERFORMING SERVICE ON OR NEAR THE SRS
COMPONENTS OR THE SRS WIRING. WHEN YOU
ARE PERFORMING SERVICE ON OR NEAR THE SRS
COMPONENTS OR THE SRS WIRING, REFER TO
THE
SRS SERVICE INFORMATION. FAILURE TO
FOLLOW WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN POSSIBLE
AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT, PERSONAL INJURY, OR
OTHERWISE UNNEEDED SRS SYSTEM REPAIRS.
CAUTION: Always use the correct fastener in the
proper location. When you replace a fastener, use
ONLY the exact part number for that application.
ISUZU will call out those fasteners that require a
replacement after removal. ISUZU will also call out
the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread
sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not
use supplemental coatings (Paints, greases, or other
corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or
fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings
adversely affect the fastener torque and the joint
clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When
you install fasteners, use the correct tightening
sequence and specifications. Following these
instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and
systems.
General Description
Master Cylinder Assembly
330R200002

5C±63 POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
The master cylinder contains two pistons that supply the
hydraulic pressure for a dual±circuit braking system. The
primary piston provides the fluid pressure to the front
brakes, while the secondary piston provides the fluid
pressure to the rear brakes. If the pressure is lost from
either system, the remaining system will function to stop
the vehicle.CAUTION:
1. If any hydraulic component is removed or
disconnected, it may be necessary to bleed all or
part of the brake system. (Refer to
Bleeding Brake
Hydraulic System
in this section.)
2. The torque values specified are for dry,
unlubricated fasteners.
3. Perform service operations on a clean bench free
from all mineral oil materials.
Brake Booster
331R200001
This booster is a tandem vacuum unit with a diaphragm
effective diameter 205mm + 230mm (8.07in + 9.06in). In
normal operating mode, with the service brakes in the
released position, the tandem vacuum booster operates
with vacuum on both sides of its diaphragms. When the
brakes are applied, air at atmospheric pressure is
admitted to both sides of the diaphragm to provide the
power assist. When the service brake is released, the
atmospheric air is shut off from both sides of the
diaphram. The air is then drawn from the booster through
the vacuum check valve to the vacuum source.CAUTION:
1. If any hydraulic component is removed or
disconnected, it may be necessary to bleed all or
part of the brake system.
2. The torque values specified are for dry,
unlubricated fasteners.
3. The vacuum booster is not repairable and must be
replaced as complete assembly.

5C±64
POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
Disc Brake
Front Disc Brake
A05R200001
Rear Disc Brake (4y4 Model)
A05RW002
The disc brake assembly consists of a caliper, piston,
rotor, pad assembly and support bracket. The caliper
assembly has a fornt dual bore, rear single bore and is
mounted to the support bracket with two mounting bolts.
The support bracket allows the caliper to move laterally
against the rotor. The caliper is a one±piece casting with
the inboard side containing the piston bore. A square cut
rubber seal is located in a groove in the piston bore which
provides the hydraulic seal between the piston and the
cylinder wall.
NOTE:
1. Replace all components included in repair kits used to
service this caliper.
2. Lubricate rubber parts with clean brake fluid to ease
assembly.3. If any hydraulic component is removed or
disconnected, it may be necessary to bleed all or part
of the brake system.
4. Replace pads in axle sets only.
5. The torque values specified are for dry, unlubricated
fasteners.
6. Perform the service operation on a clean bench free
from all mineral oil materials.
Operation
Hydraulic pressure, created by applying the brake pedal,
is converted by the caliper to a stopping force. This force
creates a clamping action of the piston pressing towards
the rotors (outward) and the caliper slides inward toward
the vehicle. This clamping action forces the linings
against the rotor, creating friction to stop the vehicle.

5C±65 POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
Leading/Trailing Drum Brakes (4y2 Model)
A05RS003
This drum brake assembly is a leading/trailing shoe
design. Both brake shoes are held against the wheel
cylinder pistons by the upper return spring and to the fixed
anchor plate by the lower return spring. When the brakes
are applied, the wheel cylinder pistons expand pushing
both shoes out contacting the drum.
With forward wheel rotation, the forward brake shoe will
wrap into the drum and becomes self-energized.
With reverse wheel rotation, the rear brake shoe is
self-energized. Force from the brake shoes is transferred
to the anchor plate through the braking plate to the axle
flange. Adjustment is automatic and occurs on any
service brake application. Also, with leading/trailing
brakes, it is normal for the front shoe to wear at a faster
rate than the rear shoe.

5C±66
POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
Diagnosis
Road Testing The Brakes
Brake Test
Brakes should be tested on a dry, clean, reasonably
smooth and level roadway. A true test of brake
performance cannot be made if the roadway is wet,
greasy or covered with loose dirt where all tires do not grip
the road equally. Testing will also be adversely affected if
the roadway is crowned so as to throw the weight of the
vehicle toward wheels on one side or if the roadway is so
rough that wheels tend to bounce. Test the brakes at
different vehicle speeds with both light and heavy pedal
pressure; however, avoid locking the wheels and sliding
the tires. Braking without locking the tires will stop the
vehicle in less distance than braking to a skid (which has
no brake efficiency). More tire to road friction is present
while braking without locking the tires than braking to a
skid.
The standard brake system is designed and balanced to
avoid locking the wheels except at very high deceleration
levels.
It is designed this way because the shortest stopping
distance and best control is achieved without brake
lock±up.
Because of high deceleration capability, a firmer pedal
may be felt at higher deceleration levels.
External Conditions That Affect Brake Performance
1. Tires: Tires having unequal contact and grip on the
road will cause unequal braking. Tires must be
equally inflated, identical in size, and the thread
pattern of right and left tires must be approximately
equal.
2. Vehicle Loading: A heavily loaded vehicle requires
more braking effort.
3. Wheel Alignment: Misalignment of the wheels,
particularly in regard to excessive camber and caster,
will cause the brakes to pull to one side.
Brake Fluid Leaks
With engine running at idle and the transmission in
ªNeutralº, depress the brake pedal and hold a constant
foot pressure on the pedal. If pedal gradually falls away
with the constant pressure, the hydraulic system may be
leaking.
Check the master cylinder fluid level. While a slight drop in
the reservoir level will result from normal lining wear, an
abnormally low level in reservoir indicates a leak in the
system. The hydraulic system may be leaking internally
as well as externally. Refer to
Master Cylinder Inspection.
Also, the system may appear to pass this test but still
have slight leakage. If fluid level is normal, check the
vacuum booster push rod length. If an incorrect length
push rod is found, adjust or replace the push rod. Check
the brake pedal travel and the parking brake adjustment.
When checking the fluid level, the master cylinder fluid
level may be lower than the ªMAXº mark if the front and
rear linings are worn. This is normal.
Warning Light Operation
When the ignition switch is in the START position, the
ªBRAKEº warning light should turn on and go off when the
ignition switch returns to the ON position.
The following conditions will activate the ªBRAKEº light:
1. Parking brake applied. The light should be on
whenever the parking brake is applied and the ignition
switch is on.
2. Low fluid level. A low fluid level in the master cylinder
will turn the ªBRAKEº light on.
3. During engine cranking the ªBRAKEº light should
remain on. This notifies the driver that the warning
circuit is operating properly.

5C±67 POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
General Diagnosis
ConditionPossible causeCorrection
Brake PullTire inflation pressure is unequal.Adjust
Front wheel alignment is incorrect.Adjust
Unmatched tires on same axle.Tires with approx. the same amount
of tread should be used on the same
axle.
Restricted brake pipes or hoses.Check for soft hoses and damaged
lines. Replace with new hoses and
new double walled steel brake
piping.
Water or oil on the brake pads.Clean or replace.
Brake pads hardened.Replace
Brake pads worn excessively.Replace
Brake rotor worn or scored.Grind or replace.
Disc brake caliper malfunctioning.Clean or replace.
Front hub bearing preload incorrect.Adjust or replace.
Loose suspension parts.Check all suspension mountings.
Loose calipers.Check and tighten the bolts to
specifications.
Brake Roughness or Chatter
(Pulsates)Excessive lateral runout.Check per instructions. If not within
specifications, replace or machine
the rotor.
Parallelism not within specifications.Check per instructions. If not within
specifications, replace or machine
the rotor.
Pad reversed (steel against iron).Replace the brake pad and machine
rotor to within specifications.
Excessive Pedal EffortMalfunctioning vacuum booster.Check the vacuum booster operation
and repair, if necessary.
Partial system failure.Check the front and rear brake
system for failure and repair. Also,
check the brake warning light. If a
failed system is found, the light
should indicate failure.
Excessively worn pad.Check and replace pads in sets.
Piston in caliper stuck or sluggish.Remove caliper and rebuild.
Fading brakes due to incorrect pad.Remove and replace with original
equipment pad or equivalent.
Vacuum leak to vacuum booster.Check for ruptured or loose hose.
Check the direction of check valve
within vacuum hose.Correct vacuum hose direction.
Grease on the brake pads.Replace or clean.
Excessive Brake Pedal TravelAir in hydraulic circuit.Bleed the hydraulic circuit.
Level of brake fluid in the reservoir
too low.Replenish brake fluid reservoir to
specified level and bleed hydraulic
circuit as necessary.
Master cylinder push rod clearance
excessive.Adjust
Leakage in hydraulic system.Correct or replace defective parts.

5C±68
POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
Condition CorrectionPossible cause
Brake DragMaster cylinder pistons not returning
correctly.Adjust the stop light switch and
vacuum booster push rod. If
necessary, rebuild.
Restricted brake pipes or hoses.Check for soft hoses or damaged
pipes, and replace with new hoses
and new double±walled steel brake
piping.
Parking brake maladjusted.Adjust
Parking brake lining clearance
insufficient.Adjust
Brake pedal free play insufficient.Adjust the brake pedal height or
power cylinder operating rod.
Piston in the master cylinder sticking.Replace
Piston in the disc brake caliper
sticking.Replace piston seals.
Brake pads sticking in caliper.Clean
Return spring weakened.Replace
Parking brake binding.Overhaul the parking brakes and
correct.
Front hub bearing preload incorrect.Adjust or replace.
Parking brake shoes not returning.Correct or replace the brake back
plate and brake shoe as necessary.
Obstructions in hydraulic circuit.Clean
Rotor warped excessively.Grind or replace.
Rear brake drum distorted.Grind or replace.
Parking cable sticking.Grind or replace.
Grabbing or Uneven Braking Action
(All conditions listed under ªPullsº)Malfunctioning vacuum booster.Check operation and correct as
necessary.
Binding brake pedal mechanism.Check and lubricate, if necessary.
Corroded caliper assembly.Clean and lubricate.
Brake NoisyBrake pads are worn.Replace
Brake pads are hardened.Replace
Brake pads are in poor contact with
rotor.Correct
Brake disc(s) warped, worn or
damaged.Grind or replace.
Disc brake anti±squeak shims
fatigued.Replace
Front hub bearings are loose or
preload is incorrect.Adjust or replace.
Brake disc is rusted.Grind or replace.

5C±69 POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
Condition CorrectionPossible cause
Poor Brake ActionMaster cylinder faulty.Correct or replace.
Vacuum booster faulty.Correct or replace.
Level of brake fluid in reservoir too
low.Replenish and bleed.
Air in hydraulic circuit.Bleed
Disc brake caliper faulty.Clean or replace.
Water or oil on brake pads.Clean or replace.
Brake pads in poor contact with the
rotor.Correct
Brake pads worn.Replace
Brake disc rusted.Grind or replace.
Check valve in vacuum hose faulty.Correct or replace.

5C±70
POWER±ASSISTED BRAKE SYSTEM
Hydraulic Brakes
Filling Master Cylinder Reservoir
CAUTION: Use only specified brake fluid. Do not
use any fluid which contains a petroleum base. Do
not use a container which has been used for
petroleum based fluids or a container which is wet
with water. Petroleum based fluid will cause swelling
and distortion of rubber parts in the hydraulic brake
system. Water mixed with brake fluid lowers the fluid
boiling point. Keep all fluid containers capped to
prevent contamination.
Always fill the master cylinder reservoir when the en-
gine is cold.
Never allow the brake fluid to come in contact with
the painted surfaces.
The master cylinder reservoir must be kept properly
filled to ensure adequate reserve and to prevent air
and moisture from entering the hydraulic system.
However, because of expansion due to heat ab-
sorbed from the brakes and the engine, the reservoir
must not be overfilled. The brake fluid reservoir is on
the master cylinder, which is located under the hood
on the left side of the cowl. Thoroughly clean reser-
voir cap before removal to avoid getting dirt into res-
ervoir. Remove the diaphragm. Add fluid as required
to bring level to the ªMAXº mark on the reservoir
tank. Use ªDOT 3º Hydraulic Brake Fluid. If the fluid
cap diaphragm is stretched, return it to the original
position before installing.
Deterioration of Brake Fluid
Using any other brake fluid than specified or brake fluid
with mineral oil or water mixed in will drop the boiling point
of brake fluid. It may, in turn, result in vapor lock or
deteriorated rubber parts of the hydraulic system. Be sure
to change the brake fluid at specified intervals.
If the rubber parts are deteriorated, remove all the system
parts and clean them with alcohol. Prior to reassembly,
dry the cleaned parts with air to remove the alcohol.
Replace all the hoses and rubber parts of the system.
Leakage of Brake Fluid
With engine idling, set shift lever in the neutral position
and continue to depress brake pedal at a constant pedal
application force.
Should the pedal stroke become deeper gradually,
leakage from the hydraulic pressure system is possible.
Perform visual inspection for any signs of leakage.
Bleeding Brake Hydraulic System
A bleeding operation is necessary to remove air from the
hydraulic brake system whenever air is introduced into
the hydraulic system. It may be necessary to bleed the
hydraulic system at all four brakes if air has been
introduced through a low fluid level or by disconnecting
brake pipes at the master cylinder. If a brake pipe is
disconnected at one wheel, only that wheel
cylinder/caliper needs to be bled. If the pipes are
disconnected at any fitting located between the master
cylinder and brakes, then the brake system served by the
disconnected pipe must be bled.
1. For 4±Wheel Antilock Brake System (ABS) equipped
vehicle, be sure to remove the ABS main fuse 60A
located at the relay and fuse box before bleeding air. If
you attempt to bleed air without removing the main
fuse, air cannot be let out thoroughly, and this may
cause damage to the hydraulic unit. After bleeding air,
be sure to replace the ABS main fuse back to its
original position.
2. Set the parking brake completely, then start the
engine.
NOTE: The vacuum booster will be damaged if the
bleeding operation is performed with the engine off.
3. Remove the master cylinder reservoir cap.
4. Fill the master cylinder reservoir with brake fluid.
Keep the reservoir at least half full during the air
bleeding operation
5. Always use new brake fluid for replenishment.
6. When replenishing the brake fluid reservoir, carefully
pour in the brake fluid to prevent air bubbles from
entering the brake system.
When the master cylinder is replaced or overhauled,
first bleed the air from the master cylinder, then from
each wheel cylinder and caliper following the
procedures described below.
Bleeding the Master Cylinder
7. Disconnect the rear wheel brake pipe (1) from the
master cylinder.
Check the fluid level and replenish as necessary. If
replenished, leave the system for at least one minute.
8. Depress the brake pedal slowly once and hold it
depressed.
9. Completely seal the delivery port of the master
cylinder with your finger, where the pipe was
disconnected then release the brake pedal slowly.
10. Release your finger from the delivery port when the
brake pedal returns completely.
11. Repeat steps 8 through 10 until the brake fluid comes
out of the delivery port during step 8.