Brake Pulsation

Step DEFINITION: Fluctuation or pulsation is felt through the brake pedal, steering wheel, seat, floor, and/or in the vehicle ONLY when braking.	Action	Yes	No
1	Were you sent here from the Hydraulic Brake Symptom table?	Go to Step 2	Go to Symptoms - Hydraulic Brakes
2	1. Inspect the disc brake system for the following conditions. Excessive thickness variation of rotor friction surfaces Excessive assembled lateral runout (LRO) of rotor friction surfaces Hard spots, heat checks, bluing discoloration of rotor friction surfaces; possibly due to brake drag Excessive corrosion of rotor friction surfaces; including red, gray or black oxidation Loose, damaged or missing caliper or lining hardware Bent or damaged caliper or mounting component Excessive LRO of wheel hub/axle flange; due to damage and/or loose or excessively worn bearings 2. Perform the disc brake system diagnostic procedure. Disc Brake System Diagnosis 3. Adjust, repair or replace components as necessary. Did you find and correct a condition?	Go to Step 3	Go to Symptoms - Hydraulic Brakes
3	1. Install or connect components that were removed or disconnected during diagnosis. 2. Road test the vehicle in order to confirm proper operation. Brake System Vehicle Road Test Is the condition still present?	Go to Step 2	System OK