Is there such a thing as a soft brake pedal?
But then it was a super soft pedal. took it around the block, slammed on the brakes a few times and managed to get them to lock up a bit (trying to clear air from the ABS). Then got another almost quart through, and thought some air out (hard to tell doing it alone), but still soft.
Are there any problems with the Commons 6.6L Duramax Diesel?
Common Problems with the 6.6L Duramax Diesel. The 6.6L Duramax has been in production since 2001 and has proved, on a large scale, to be a relatively reliable and durable platform. While various versions of the engine have surfaced over the years, all generations of the Duramax are based on the same foundation.
Why did Goodyear Flush my soft brake pedal?
Took it to goodyear over Thanksgiving weekend (everyone else was closed) and they flushed it with little progress made (maybe a little higher). I asked if they opened the ABS valves during the flush and after three people didn’t know the answer to my question, they asked the tech (who didn’t open the ABS valves)…I won’t be going to them again!
Why are there no brakes on my Silverado?
I also had to change the calipers and because of a stupid mistake, the master cylinder sucked air on my 2011 Silverado. I then had no brakes at all, the pedal went without any resistance straight to the floor.
What kind of brakes does a GMC 3500HD have?
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Why are my soft brake pedals so bad?
I’ve been battling a soft, spongy brake pedal since I got the truck – about 18 months now. I figured the previous owner didn’t do a lot of maintenance and the brake system needing a good going over.
Why does my Silverado have soft brake lines?
Could be worn out soft brake lines. Those expand when the pedal is pressed, causing a soft pedal feel. Should be able to see it visually with someone pushing the pedal. I also had to change the calipers and because of a stupid mistake, the master cylinder sucked air on my 2011 Silverado.
Took it to goodyear over Thanksgiving weekend (everyone else was closed) and they flushed it with little progress made (maybe a little higher). I asked if they opened the ABS valves during the flush and after three people didn’t know the answer to my question, they asked the tech (who didn’t open the ABS valves)…I won’t be going to them again!
Could be worn out soft brake lines. Those expand when the pedal is pressed, causing a soft pedal feel. Should be able to see it visually with someone pushing the pedal. I also had to change the calipers and because of a stupid mistake, the master cylinder sucked air on my 2011 Silverado.
How does a soft brake work on a master cylinder?
I then did a bench bleeding on the master cylinder, well sort of, I did it with the master cylinder still in the car, not on the bench. Brake released, opened the rear brake line on the master cylinder until fluid was flowing out, tightened, with the brake pedal pushed, opened that line again, quite fast and as far as possible and closed it again.
What kind of brakes do GMC Sierra 1500 have?
I have a 2003 Gmc Sierra 1500 ext cab 4×4 Z71. Ive only owned it a little over a year but as long as Ive had it the brakes have been very soft, I have to push the pedal nearly to the floor for anything to happen. I was going to start replacing all the calipers, rotors and pads but though I might be able to find some upgraded parts form newer years.
But then it was a super soft pedal. took it around the block, slammed on the brakes a few times and managed to get them to lock up a bit (trying to clear air from the ABS). Then got another almost quart through, and thought some air out (hard to tell doing it alone), but still soft.
What causes a soft pedal on a car?
Some of the common causes to a soft or spongey pedal include: Brake fluid leaks, Worn out brake hoses, Air in the system, Swelling brake, Contaminate brake fluid. It is important to take care of these issues, as they can cause brakes to not operate correctly or fail.