Brake pedal to floor after slamming brakes

1996 FORD TAURUS

138,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC

TUFGUY5088

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I had to slam on the brakes to avoid an accident. I now have a brake pedal that goes to the floor. When the car is off, i can pump the pedal and i get pressure until 3-4 pumps and then it is hard. When the car is on, i can push it right to the floor and i barely get any braking power. Could it be the master cylinder? Booster? Brake hoses? Brake lines? What should i check for?

Jul 19, 2011 at 8:40 PM

PROTECH1980

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First check the fluid level, you possibly could have blown a brake hose or line, if it is low, add fluid and pump brakes with car on. Then get out and look underneath to see if any brake fluid is leaking on the ground, that would lead you to the failed line or hose.

Apr 5, 2021 at 12:03 PM

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It does sounds like you have a blown master cylinder here is a guide to help you replace it.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-brake-master-cylinder

this guide can help as well.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/brake-pedal-goes-to-the-floor

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers, Ken

Apr 5, 2021 at 12:03 PM

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