2023 OWNER’S MANUAL 
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When Braking, Brakes Repeatedly Come 
on and Release. Braking Is Not Smooth, 
Called “Chucking”
Possible Cause Remedy
Loose hitch or ball Correct as necessary
Not enough tongue 
weight or shocks on 
tow vehicle too soft
Correct as necessary
Air in the brake lines. Bleed the brake lines
Contaminated brake 
linings.
Fix the cause of the contamination, which 
will likely be a leaky wheel cylinder or hub 
grease seal; replace the linings and clean 
the braking surface on the rotor.
Corroded master 
cylinder bore or rust 
from the brake line
Replace the actuator master cylinder
Breakaway cable has 
been pulled
Reset the push rod release bracket
Brake line kinked Eliminate the kink. If found on a steel 
brake line, the line should be replaced
Brakes Not Operating or  
Performing Poorly
Possible Cause Remedy
Worn out brake 
shoes or disc brake 
pads
Replace the brake shoes/pads on both 
sides of the axles and check the drums/
rotors for wear or damage
Foreign material 
in the brake unit 
assembly
Clean thoroughly. Replace the shoes and 
linings if contaminated
Insucient amount 
of hydraulic fluid.
Fill the reservoir and bleed the brakes; 
Check for leaks
Broken lines or 
pinched line
Replace faulty lines and bleed the brakes
Seized actuator 
master cylinder 
prevents piston from 
stroking
Replace actuator master cylinder
Corrosion/rust keeps 
brake from operating
Replace damaged components or entire 
brake assembly as required
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