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2004 Kia Optima Repair Question


Topics covered: Abs, Brake hose.
Mileage: 120,000 miles.

Asked on June 12, 2012

Brake issue

I replaced the front right caliper and pads. When I goto to bleed the brake a little air comes out and a little bit of fluid just intermittantly comes out.Fluid in reservoir is not going down. before brake was replaced they seemed mushy of and on. could my master cylinder be bad?
Avatar Asked by kia40

Answer

Replied on June 12, 2012

-Check the brake hose on that side and also the master cylinder

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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Replied on June 12, 2012

Brake house seems ok no leaks or cracks and air is flowing through it.

Tiny Response from kia40
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Replied on June 12, 2012

Could be the ABS unit if it has one or the master cylinder

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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