Severe brake problem!
07-07-2010, 04:59 PM
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Severe brake problem!
Within the last few days i noticed my brakes seemed to be dragging slightly and the brake pedal was not returning to its starting position, just today the problem has gotten so bad i cant drive the car, i will push the pedal down for a stop and when i release my foot from the brake, the pedal doesnt move up at all, maintaining all brake pressure, which usually causes me to stall my car out while trying to get the thing moving. Has anyone had this problem before that could point me in the right direction?
07-08-2010, 12:50 PM
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Are they all dragging or just one in particular? If they're maintaining brake pressure I'm assuming your fluid levels are fine in your master cylinder since there is pressure being applied.
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pinched line somewhere.
when you press the brake, there is enough pressure to force the fluid through the pinch and apply the brake... but the fluid can't return because there isn't enough pressure the other direction....
when you press the brake, there is enough pressure to force the fluid through the pinch and apply the brake... but the fluid can't return because there isn't enough pressure the other direction....
07-08-2010, 02:03 PM
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not sure if its all or just one, its enough to stall the motor tho, im figuring it could be a line also i just havent had time to check, it was inspected last month so its possible one the mechs couldve messed with a brake line.
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