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1994 Chevrolet S-10 Repair Question


Topics covered: Abs, Bump, Grinding.
Mileage: 80,000 miles.

Asked on January 2, 2013

Chevrolet S-10 Abs Problem

When i hit a bump and apply my breaks at the same time or just keep my foot on the petal slowing down
and hit a bump it makes a grinding kinda noise then i lose break pressure almost to the point of no breaks, i replaced the power booster thinking it was that but i was wrong do you guys have any idea what this matter could b
Avatar Asked by chrisworkman

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Replied on January 2, 2013

do you have abs???? it would give the impression of a vibration that could be mistaken as a grinding.. the low pedal concerns me. is the fluid level staying up ok????

have you had the linings and pads checked lately???

Roy

Tiny Answered by ASEMaster6371 (expert)
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Replied on January 2, 2013

Yes I have abs and the break fluid still in the same spot and the break pads where replaced about 6 months ago and thats sounds about right the grinding noise sounds like a loud vibrateing but it only happens when I hit a bump and the break pedal at the same time or if im slowing down and hit a bump. I can drive down the highway all day long and be fine as long as I don't hit any steep bumps or another street

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Replied on January 2, 2013

ok, i bet there is a sensor issue when you go over a bump, the gap changes and triggers the abs.

you may have to have someone look at the system and check for codes.

Roy

Tiny Answered by ASEMaster6371 (expert)
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Replied on January 2, 2013

Okay thank you. just wondering Wouldn't the check engine light come on for any sensor

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Replied on January 2, 2013

no, abs light

Tiny Answered by ASEMaster6371 (expert)
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Replied on January 2, 2013

I see thank you

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Replied on January 3, 2013

An abs scan tool it that the scan tool that you use inside the truck to check codes and can it be used to bleed the abs as well

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