3233033 - F02 REAR WHEELS LOCK WHILST BRAKING

When the brakes are operated, the distribution between front and rear wheels is not correct: at worst, the rear wheels may lock and the car may skid
Results of the tests
0PRELIMINARY CHECKSAll OKProblems metOperation
Carry out a preliminary check to see whether the ABS and handbrake warning lights come on simultaneously during starting and then go out. Continue to Step 1 After starting, the two warning lights remain on See table   K62 
1CHECK BRAKE CALIPERSAll OKProblems metOperation
Check the condition of the rear brake caliper pistons Continue to Step 2 Pistons worn or seized Replace rear brake calipers Op.   3310B34 
2CHECKING FRONT BRAKE CONDITIONAll OKProblems metOperation

Visually inspect:

  • for absence of grease, oil or dirt on front pad braking surfaces
Continue to Step 3 for dirty braking surfaces Clean, check and eliminate the causes of the fault. Replace the front pads if necessary Op.   3310A60 
3CHECK CORRECT OPERATIONAll OKProblems metOperation
Check that the fault is no longer presentEnd of diagnosisFault persistsSearch for the fault starting from another symptom'