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Pinpoint Test E: the Pedal Goes Down Fast

E: THE PEDAL GOES DOWN FAST
E1: ROAD TEST VEHICLE
1. Road test and apply the brake pedal.
^ Is the brake pedal effort and brake pedal travel normal?
> Yes Vehicle is OK.
> No Go to [E2]

E2: CHECK BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
1. Check the brake master cylinder reservoir fluid level.
^ Is the fluid level within specification?
> Yes Go to [E3]
> No CHECK the brake master cylinder reservoir sealing points. ADD fluid and BLEED the brake system. TEST the system for normal operation. REPEAT road test if necessary.

E3: CHECK BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL-PRESSURIZE SYSTEM (IGNITION OFF)
1. Pump the brake pedal rapidly (five times).
^ Does the brake pedal travel build up and then hold?
> Yes BLEED the brake system. TEST the system for normal operation. REPEAT road test.
> No Go to [E4]

E4: CHECK FOR BRAKE SYSTEM LEAKS
1. Check for external brake system leaks.
^ Are leaks found?
> Yes REPAIR as necessary, ADD fluid and BLEED brake system. TEST the system for normal operation. REPEAT road test.
> No System is OK.