INSPECTION PROCEDURE 4: Brake Drag: Diagnosis
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- STEP 1. Check the parking brake pull amount.
Refer to PARKING BRAKE LEVER STROKE CHECK AND ADJUSTMENT .
Q: Is there a fault?
- YES: Adjust it. Then go to Step 4.
- NO: Go to Step 2.
- STEP 2. Check port for clogging.
Q: Is the port clogged?
- YES: Repair it. Then go to Step 4.
- NO: Go to Step 3.
- STEP 3. Check disk brake pistons for sticking.
Depress the brake pedal, then release. Confirm each wheel spins freely.
Q: Does any wheel stick?
- YES: Inspect that brake assembly. Then go to Step 4.
- NO: Go to Step 4.
- STEP 4. Recheck symptom.
Q: Is the symptom eliminated?
- YES: The procedure is complete.
- NO: Start over at Step 1. If a new symptom surfaces, refer to the SYMPTOM CHART .