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Brake warning light comes on
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Could indicate low/contaminated brake fluid, defective master cylinder, defective wheel cylinder/caliper, your parking brake may need adjustment, or could be a computer-related problem.
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Pedal is hard
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Could mean worn/glazed pads/lingers, grease/fluid on pads/linings, defective master cylinder, defective wheel cylinder/caliper, faulty power brake booster, clogged/kinked/weak hoses and lines.
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Brake pedal is spongy
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Air in brake fluid, defective wheel cylinder/caliper.
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Brake pedal sinks to the floor
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Air in brake fluid, pads/linings need adjustment, defective wheel cylinder/caliper, defective master cylinder/caliper.
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Brake pedal vibrates/pulsates
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Air in brake fluid, warped brake disc/drum.
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Noise when brakes are applied
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Worn/glazed pads/linings, pads/linings need adjustment, warped brake disc/drum, dirt in brake mechanism, computer-related problem.
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Brakes grab
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Worn/glazed pads/linings, grease/fluid on pads/linings.
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Brakes pull
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Air in brake fluid, worn/glazed pads/linings, grease/fluid on pads/linings, defective master cylinder, defective wheel cylinder/caliper, clogged/kinked/weak hoses and lines.
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Brakes drag
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Grease/fluid on pads/linings, defective master cylinder, warped brake disc/drum, clogged/kinked/weak hoses and lines.
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ABS light on
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Computer-related problem.
*Remember*
Most cars now have computerized brakes. These need to be fixed by a mechanic. Call Brandi and Kelly today to schedule a brake job!