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Superbee
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Jun 23, 2022, 10:53 AM
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2016 Camry "check brake system"
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I replaced the rear brake pads, rotors and calipers and as I was bleeding the rear brake lines I got check brake system message. I topped off the brake fluid after bleeding each rear brake line but am still getting the message.
I only bled the rear brake lines. The brakes are not spongy, no leaks found. Any thoughts on what the problem is?
Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
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Hammer Time
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Jun 23, 2022, 11:53 AM
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Re: 2016 Camry "check brake system"
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First make sure the fluid level float is working and it has sufficient fluid. If that is not the problem then it has likely set a code for uneven brake pressure and you may need a scan tool capable of reading the brake system to read and clear it. I'm assuming you have a good brake pedal now. If not you have other issues.
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Superbee
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Jun 23, 2022, 1:16 PM
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Re: 2016 Camry "check brake system"
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I tried checking the float sensor with an ohmmeter, reads open but I can't see the connector pins to tell if I'm making good contact. I could try buying another mating plug (if cheap enough) so I can be sure I am making good contact.
I presume the proper way to check the sensor is to drain the fluid enough to see if it goes to a shorted condition?
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Hammer Time
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Jun 23, 2022, 1:20 PM
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I usually just tap the side of the reservoir with a screwdriver handle to make sure the float isn't stuck at the bottom.
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Superbee
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Jun 23, 2022, 4:22 PM
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Re: 2016 Camry "check brake system"
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Didn't see a float.
I used an OBD reader from the auto store - no faults reported.
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Hammer Time
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Jun 23, 2022, 5:18 PM
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That isn't going to help you. You need something that reads ABS. It has to be professional level.
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Tom Greenleaf
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Jun 23, 2022, 6:06 PM
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Re: 2016 Camry "check brake system"
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Quote OP ">I only bled the rear brake lines.<
? Seems new but I would just hold that firm pedal and just bleed out a little from a front bleeder. System is possibly off center for the way (IDK) you bled just rear brakes will probably re-center with doing that.
New fluid is good for a system few do it proactively or as periodic - even me on way too many assorted vehicles all could use new fluid hard as you try it too gets old and out of spec from new,
T
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Hammer Time
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Jun 23, 2022, 6:10 PM
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Re: 2016 Camry "check brake system"
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That centering stuff went away years ago with ABS and staggered hydraulic systems.
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Tom Greenleaf
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Jun 23, 2022, 7:05 PM
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Re: 2016 Camry "check brake system"
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I still suggest bleeding fluid OUT only, a little from the fronts. Fluid and or balance of however designed isn't happy there's no mention of a problem until doing this job,
T
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Hammer Time
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Jun 23, 2022, 7:09 PM
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If he got any air into the ABS unit he may need a professional scan tool to bleed it out.
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Superbee
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Jun 25, 2022, 3:49 PM
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Re: 2016 Camry "check brake system"
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As I thought more about it, it just made sense that the float had to be stuck so I tapped on it a bit harder and longer a second time and that did it! No more faults.
Good call. Thank you.
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Hammer Time
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Jun 25, 2022, 3:52 PM
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Re: 2016 Camry "check brake system"
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Yep, happens a lot.
I'll close this now as solved.
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