1995 Volkswagen GTI Repair Question
Topics covered: Brake pedal, Brakes, Floor.
Mileage: 93,000 miles.
Mileage: 93,000 miles.
Asked on July 23, 2012
Brakes/Master Cylinder
First off we are trying every angle to solve this issue: Lost brake pedal pressure- Brake pedal was losing pressure and occasionally going to the floor before giving any complete stopping power. I was able to pump it a bit to get some push back on the pedal.
Bled the brakes yesterday-- There was quite a bit of air coming from the 4 lines. This made it worse! The pedal now completely goes to the floor before giving any stopping pressure. Pumping gives a smidge of push, but nothing in comparison as before.
While bleeding the brakes, I was pouring the fluid in to maintain the balance. There was a air leaking sound when the pedal was pushed down.
Could this be something as simple as the break booster grommet(s) being bad and needing replaced? Or am I looking at a more serious issue?
Bled the brakes yesterday-- There was quite a bit of air coming from the 4 lines. This made it worse! The pedal now completely goes to the floor before giving any stopping pressure. Pumping gives a smidge of push, but nothing in comparison as before.
While bleeding the brakes, I was pouring the fluid in to maintain the balance. There was a air leaking sound when the pedal was pushed down.
Could this be something as simple as the break booster grommet(s) being bad and needing replaced? Or am I looking at a more serious issue?
Answer
Replied on July 23, 2012
did you replace the master cylinder?? if not, it sounds like it has failed and needs to be replaced.
Roy
Replied on July 23, 2012
That is our next step. We're purchasing a used one and hoping for the best.
Replied on July 23, 2012
forget the used one and get a new or reman. you will end up with the same issue
Roy
Replied on July 23, 2012
I don't have the funds for new or reman, if I did, I'd go that route.
Replied on July 23, 2012
ok, good luck, i hope it works out for you.
Roy