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NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
BR-5
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NOISE, VIBRATION, AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTINGPFP:00003
NVH Troubleshooting ChartEFS000TK
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
X: ApplicableReference page
BR-21
,BR-26
BR-21
,BR-26
.
BR-21
,BR-26—
—
BR-24,BR-29—
—
—
BR-24,BR-30—
NVH in PR section
NHV in RFD section
NVH in FAX, RAX and FSU, RSU section
NVH in WT section
NVH in WT section
NVH in RAX section
NVH in PS section
Possible cause and
SUSPECTED PARTS
Pads - damaged
Pads - uneven wear
Shims damaged
Rotor imbalance
Rotor damage
Rotor runout
Rotor deformation
Rotor deflection
Rotor rust
Rotor thickness variation
Drum out of round
PROPELLER SHAFT
DIFFERENTIAL
AXLE AND SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
STEERING
Symptom BRAKENoise××× ×× ×××
××
Shake×××××
××
Shimmy, Judder××××××× ××× ×
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BR-6
BRAKE PEDAL
BRAKE PEDAL
PFP:46501
On-Vehicle Inspection and AdjustmentEFS000C1
Adjust clearance between dash panel and brake pedal upper surface
to the following dimensions.
1. Loosen stop lamp switch by rotating it counter-clockwise by 45°.
2. Loosen input rod lock nut (A), then rotate input rod, set pedal to
the specified height, and tighten lock nut (A).
CAUTION:
Confirm threaded end of input rod remains inside the cle-
vis.
3. Pull pedal by hand and hold it. Press stop lamp switch until its
threaded end contacts the stopper rubber.
4. While holding it against the stopper rubber, turn the switch clock-
wise by 45° and secure it.
CAUTION:
Be sure stopper rubber to stop lamp switch screw threaded
end gap (C) is within specifications.
5. Check pedal free play.
CAUTION:
Be sure stop lamps go off when pedal is released.
6. Start the engine and check brake pedal depressed height.
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H1Brake pedal heightM/T model 156 - 166 mm (6.10 - 6.54 in)
A/T model 164 - 174 mm (6.46 - 6.85 in)
H
2Pedal height when depressed
[With engine running and at depression force of 490 N (50 kg,110.6 lb)]M/T model 80 mm (3.15 in) or more
A/T model 85 mm (3.35 in) or more
C Clearance between stopper rubber and threaded end of the stop Stop lamp switch 0.74 - 1.96 mm (0.0291 - 0.0772 in)
A Pedal play3 - 11 mm (0.12 - 0.43 in)
: 16 - 21 N·m (1.6 - 2.2 kg-m, 12 - 15 ft-lb)
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BRAKE PEDAL
BR-7
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ComponentsEFS001CI
Removal and InstallationEFS000C2
REMOVAL
Be careful not to deform brake tube.
1. Remove the instrument lower drive panel.
2. Remove stop lamp switch from brake pedal assembly.
3. Remove snap pin and clevis pin from brake booster clevis.
4. Remove brake pedal assembly mounting nuts. Pull brake booster toward the engine compartment. Be
careful not to deform the brake tube.
5. Remove brake booster clevis from input rod.
6. Remove steering column assembly from steering member.
7. Push brake pedal assembly toward the right. When removing it,
avoid the steering post bracket stay.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Check brake pedal for the following.
●Bent brake pedal
●Deformed clevis pin
●Cracks in welded area
1. Snap pin 2. Stop lamp switch 3. Brake pedal assembly
4. Clevis pin
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BR-8
BRAKE PEDAL
●Cracked or deformed clevis pin stopper
INSTALLATION
Install in reverse order of removal. Be careful of the following:
●Adjust brake pedal assembly after installing it.
SBR997
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BRAKE FLUID
BR-9
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BRAKE FLUIDPFP:KN100
Checking Brake Fluid Level EFS000C5
●Confirm reservoir tank fluid level is within specifications
(between MAX and MIN lines).
●Visually check around reservoir tank for fluid leaks.
●If fluid level is excessively low, check brake system for leaks.
●If warning lamp remains illuminated after parking lever is
released, check brake system for fluid leakage.
Checking Brake LineEFS001C5
CAUTION:
If leakage occurs around joints, retighten or, if necessary, replace damaged parts.
1. Check brake line (tube and hoses) for cracks, deterioration or
other damage. Replace and damaged parts.
2. Check for oil leakage by fully depressing brake pedal while
engine is running.
Changing Brake FluidEFS000C3
CAUTION:
●Refill with new brake fluid “DOT 3 or DOT 4”.
●Always keep fluid level higher than minimum line on reservoir tank.
●Never reuse drained brake fluid.
●Be careful not to splash brake fluid on spill or splash on painted areas; it may cause paint damage.
If brake fluid is splashed on painted areas, wash it away water immediately.
1. Connect a vinyl tube to the air bleeder.
2. Drain brake fluid gradually from the air bleeder of each wheel
while depressing the brake pedal.
3. Turn OFF ignition switch. Remove ABS actuator connector.
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BR-10
BRAKE FLUID
4. Be sure there is no foreign material in reservoir tank. Refill with
new brake fluid.
5. Connect a vinyl tube to the air bleeder.
6. Rest foot on brake pedal. Loosen air bleeder. Slowly depress
pedal until it stops. Tighten air bleeder. Release brake pedal.
Repeat this process a few times, then pause to add new brake
fluid to master cylinder. Continue until new brake fluid flows out.
For bleeding procedure. Refer to BR-10, "
Bleeding Brake Sys-
tem" .
Brake Burnishing ProcedureEFS001C8
Burnish the brake contact surfaces according to the following procedure after refinishing or replacing drums or
rotors, after replacing pads or linings, or if a soft pedal occurs at very low mileage.
CAUTION:
Only perform this procedure under safe road and traffic conditions. Use extreme caution.
1. Drive the vehicle on a straight smooth road at 50 km/h (31 MPH).
2. Use medium brake pedal/foot effort to bring the vehicle to a complete stop from 50 km/h (31 MPH). Adjust
brake pedal/foot pressure such that vehicle stopping time equals 3 to 5 seconds.
3. To cool the brake system, drive the vehicle at 50 km/h (31 MPH) for 1 minute without stopping.
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3, 10 times or more to complete the burnishing procedure.
Bleeding Brake SystemEFS000C4
CAUTION:
●Carefully monitor brake fluid level at master cylinder during bleeding operation.
●Fill reservoir with new brake fluid “DOT 3” or “DOT 4”. Make sure it is full at all times while bleed-
ing air out of system.
●Place a container under master cylinder to avoid spillage of brake fluid.
●While bleeding, pay attention to master cylinder fluid level.
●For models with ABS, turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect ABS actuator connectors or bat-
tery ground cable.
●Bleed air in the following order.
Right rear brake, Left front brake, Left rear brake, Right front brake
1. Turn OFF ignition switch. Remove ABS actuator connector.
2. Connect a vinyl tube to the air bleeder.
3. Fully depress the brake pedal 4 to 5 times.
4. With brake pedal depressed, loosen air bleeder and bleed air.
5. Close air bleeder.
6. Slowly release brake pedal.
7. Tighten air bleeder to the specified torque.
8. Repeat steps 2 - 7. Occasionally refill master cylinder reservoir tank. Be sure to keep it at least half-full.
BRA0006D
: 6.9 - 8.8 N·m (0.7 - 0.9 kg-m, 61- 78 in-lb)
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BRAKE PIPING AND HOSE
BR-11
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BRAKE PIPING AND HOSEPFP:46210
Hydraulic Piping EFS000C6
Removal and Installation of Front Brake Piping and Brake HoseEFS000C7
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
●Do not allow brake fluid to spill or splash on painted surfaces. Brake fluid can seriously damage
paint. If it gets on a painted surface, wipe it off immediately and wash with water.
●Do not bend or twist the brake hose sharply, or strongly pull it.
●Cover brake fluid line connections to prevent dust and other foreign material from entering.
1. Connect a vinyl tube to the air bleeder.
2. Drain brake fluid gradually from the air bleeder of each wheel while depressing the brake pedal.
3. Using a flare nut wrench, remove brake tube flare nuts and dis-
connect brake tube from the brake hose.
4. Remove union bolts and disconnect caliper assembly from the
brake hose.
5. First remove lock spring from brake tube and strut mounting
positions. Then remove brake hose.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
●Refill with new brake fluid “DOT 3” or “DOT4”.
●Never reuse drained brake fluid.
1. Connect brake hose to caliper assembly and tighten union bolts to the specified torque.
CAUTION:
●Securely connect brake hose to the protrusions on the cylinder body.
●Do not reuse the copper washer for union bolts.
2. Connect brake hose to the strut and fix with lock spring.
3. Connect brake hose to brake tube. Temporarily tighten flare nuts by hand as far as they will go. Secure
them with the lock spring.
4. Using a flare nut torque wrench, tighten to the specified torque.
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BR-12
BRAKE PIPING AND HOSE
5. Refill brake fluid until new brake fluid comes out of each air bleeder.
6. Afterwards, bleed air.
Removal and Installation of Rear Brake Piping and Brake HoseEFS000C8
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
●Do not allow brake fluid to spill or splash on painted surfaces. Brake fluid can seriously damage
paint. If it gets on a painted surface, wipe it off immediately and wash with water.
●Do not bend or twist the brake hose sharply, or strongly pull it.
●Cover brake fluid line connections to prevent dust and other foreign material from entering.
1. Connect a vinyl tube to the air bleeder.
2. Drain brake fluid gradually from the air bleeder of each wheel while depressing the brake pedal.
3. Using a flare nut wrench, remove brake tube flare nuts and dis-
connect brake tube from the brake hose.
4. Remove lock spring.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
●Refill with new brake fluid “DOT 3” or “DOT 4”.
●Never reuse drained brake fluid.
1. Connect brake hose to the brake tube. Temporarily tighten flare nut by hand as far as it will go.
2. Fix brake hose by lock plate.
3. Tighten flare nut of brake tube by using a flare nut wrench with
specified torque.
4. Refill brake fluid until new brake fluid comes out of each air
bleeder.
5. Afterwards, bleed air.
InspectionEFS000C9
CAUTION:
If any connection leaks, retighten it. Replace any damaged parts.
1. Check hose, tube, and connections for fluid leaks, damage, twist, deformation, contact with other parts,
and loose connections.
2. Run the engine. Depress brake pedal and hold it for approximately 5 seconds while checking each part
for leaks.: 15 - 17 N·m (1.5 - 1.8 kg-m, 11 - 13 ft-lb)
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: 15 - 17 N·m (1.5 - 1.8 kg-m, 11 - 13 ft-lb)
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