Why is my brake pedal not working on my GMC Sierra?
If you are losing pressure in your brake pedal and you’re not seeing any leaking around the caliper or throughout the line, it indicates a faulty brake booster. The brake booster magnifies your pedal, making it easier for you to apply the brakes.You’ll need a special vacuum tool to troubleshoot.
How does the brake system work on a GMC Sierra?
The brake system is a vacuum-controlled system that sends fluid through the brake lines and to the calipers. The fluid is what pushes the caliper to the rotor to make it stop. If this system has a leak in fluid, you will lose pressure, making it difficult to stop. Drive the GMC Sierra to determine the cause of the problem.
When to replace brake pads on GMC Sierra?
Look at the caliper and you will notice the brake pads touching the rotor. Visualize how much of the pad is left. You can replace the pad if there is less than 3/16 inch of pad left. Feel your rotor to ensure it is a flat and smooth surface. If you feel grooves in the rotor, the rotor is ready to be replaced or turned.
Why is my GMC Sierra hard to stop?
If this system has a leak in fluid, you will lose pressure, making it difficult to stop. Drive the GMC Sierra to determine the cause of the problem. Listen for grinding when making a stop.
What kind of brake problem does Chevy Silverado have?
I have a 2003 Silverado 1500 4×4, I have been experiencing a front brake rattle when drive rough spots in the road with my foot off the brake, when I apply slight pedal pressure the rattle is gone. I have taken to the dealer multiple time with no results, they say from temp changes to lubrications of the slides.
Is it safe to drive a GMC Sierra?
The dealer and now GM say that this is a normal function for this vehicle , but now the brake pedal goes to the floor and although they are telling me it is safe to drive I am refusing . This truck sits in my garage . I found over 100 similar complaints on the NHTSA web site , some involving accidents with injuries and deaths .
Is there a recall on my GMC Sierra?
The kicker is I had a recall service performed on my truck not more than six weeks to clean the front wheel sensors. The recall dealt with a problem where the ABS would turn on during low speed brake applications between 3.7 mph to 10 mph.
Where are the parking brake shoes on a Chevy Silverado?
Yes. The rear rotors have the barking brake on the inside or back side of your rotors. The parking brake shoes operate similar to the old drums whereas they push out on the internal surface of the drum which is actually the inside component of your rotors. here’s a picture of a slotted rear rotor where you can see the internal drum surface.