312000126 - F001 POOR BRAKING ACTION

As the pressure exerted on the brake pedal increases, there is no noticeable corresponding braking action
Test results
0PRELIMINARY CHECKSAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
First of all, check that the tyres are the correct type, in good condition and correctly inflatedMove on to Step 11. Pressure not correct.2. Tyres unsuitable or worn1. Make sure tyres are inflated to the correct pressure.2. Replace the tyres.
1BRAKE FLUID LEAK CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Visually check:

  • The level of the brake fluid in the reservoir;
  • No fluid leaks from the brake pump, the pipes or the system connectors.
Move on to Step 2Leaks in the system.Tighten the connectors or replace the damaged parts
2CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENTAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Connect the Examiner diagnostic equipment to the diagnostic socket.Check that there are no faults in the ABS control unit.Move on to Step 31. Error detected in the control unit.2. No communication with the control unit.1. Continue following the instructions on the diagnostic equipment2. Restore:

  • Connection between the ABS control unit and the diagnostic connector;
  • ABS control unit supply
    See E7020 ABS
3ACTIVE DIAGNOSIS WITH DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENTAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Keeping the Examiner diagnostic equipment connected carry out the active diagnosis of:

  • Pump motor;
  • Solenoid valves.
Move on to Step 4 for the 1.4 16v engine typeMove on to Step 7 for the 1.2 8v and 1.3 Mjet 16v versionsFault detected in the pump or in a solenoid valve.Replace the electrohydraulic unit - ABS electronic control unit    Op. 3340A12 ABS HYDRAULIC AND ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT - R.R.
4PAD TYPE AND SURFACE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check:

  • the condition of the pad braking surfaces;
  • type of pads.
Move on to Step 51. Brake surfaces vitrified or with traces of grease, oil or water2. Front pads damaged or not the recommended type3. Rear pads damaged or not the recommended type.1. Clean again, check and remove the causes of the fault2. Replace the front pads    Op. 3310A60 FRONT BRAKE PADS - REPLACE 3. Replace the rear padsOp. 3310B60 REAR BRAKE PADS - REPLACE - INCLUDES HANDBRAKE ADJUSTMENT IF NECESSARY
5DISC CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check the condition of the brake discs.Move on to Step 61. Front discs worn or damaged.2. Rear discs worn or damaged.1. Replace the front discsOp. 3310A50 FRONT BRAKE DISCS - R.R.2. Replace the rear discsOp. 3310B50 REAR BRAKE DISCS - R.R.
6BRAKE CALIPER CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check the condition of the front and rear brake caliper control pistons.Move on to Step 91. Front calliper pistons worn or seized.2. Rear caliper pistons worn or seized.1. Replace the front brake callipers    Op. 3310A32 FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS - R.R. 2. Replace the rear brake callipersOp. 3310B34 REAR BRAKE CALIPERS - R + R - INCLUDES HANDBRAKE ADJUSTMENT
7CHECK THE WEAR OF THE FRICTION SEGMENTSAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check the wear of the friction segments through the openings in the brake back plate or the drum.Move on to Step 8Friction segments worn.Brake shoe replacement.
8CHECKS ON DRUMAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Proceed with dismantling the drum to check the operation of the cylinder(s) checking the operation of the pistons.Move on to Step 9Incorrect operation of cylinder.Replace the cylinder    Op. 3320B20 REAR BRAKE SHOE CYLINDER (ONE) LEFT OR RIGHT - REPLACE.
9VACUUM PIPE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check that the vacuum pipe is correctly fitted/in good condition.Move on to Step 101. Pipe not fitted correctly or bent.2. Pipe damaged.1. Refit correctly.2. Replace vacuum pipeOp. 3330D24 VACUUM PIPE FOR BRAKE SERVO - R+R
10BRAKE SERVO SINGLE-ACTING VALVE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check that the brake servo single-acting valve is working properly.Move on to Step 11Single-acting valve not working properly.Replace the single-acting valveOp. 3330D20 SINGLE-ACTING VALVE FOR BRAKE SERVO - R+R
11BRAKE SERVO CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check that the brake servo is working properly by carrying out theSee Test 3330DA CHECK ON OPERATION OF VACUUM PUMP AND VACUUM CIRCUIT FOR BRAKE SERVOMove on to Step 12 for the 1.3Mjt 16v engine typeMove on to Step 13 for all versionsBrake servo not working properly.Replace brake servoOp. 3330D02 BRAKE SERVO/BRAKE PUMP ASSEMBLY - R.R.
12ENGINE VACUUM CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check the vacuum circuit readingMove on to Step 13Vacuum figure not correct.Replace the brake servo vacuum unit    Op. 3330D30 VACUUM UNIT - R+R
13FLEXIBLE BRAKE PIPES AND BLEEDING CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Visually check for kinks or restrictions in the brake pipes. Bleed the system    Op. 0010T65 HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM - BLEED AIR and check that fluid emerges evenly from the bleed screws.End of diagnosisBends or constrictions present, the fluid does not come out evenly.Replace the section of pipe affected by the problem.