Honda XL350R 1984 Shop Manual page 196

HYDRAULIC BRAKE
TROUBLESHOOTING
Brake Lever/Pedal Soft o r Sp Oflgy
• Air bubbles in hydraulic system
• Low fluid level
• Hydraulic system leaking
Brake Lever/Pedal Too Hard
• Sticking piston{s)
• Clogged hydraulic system
• Pads glazed or worn excessively
Brakes Drag
• Hydraulic system slicking
• Sticking piston(s)
14-2
Brakes Grab or Pull to One Side
• Disc or wheel misaligned
Brakes Chatter o r Squeal
• Pads contaminated
• Excessive disc runou!
• Caliper installed incorrectly
• Disc or wheel misaligned