Brake pedal goes almost to floor

Tiny
SAMTWEEDY
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  • 2002 ACURA RSX
  • 2.0L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 200,000 MILES
Had bad brake line. So I replaced it the bled brakes. Could not regain normal pedal. It will pump up but if you release it then press again it goes almost to floor. I then replaced master cylinder bench bleeding before installation. I then bleed brake system at ABS block then at each wheel in manufacturer's sequence. Pedal still goes almost to floor. I tried adjusting the push rod on the pedal and no luck there. I checked for leaks at all connections but found none.
Saturday, February 16th, 2019 AT 2:22 PM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

It sounds like you have air stuck in the ABS unit. you will need a scanner that can open the valves while bleeding the system. this is a common problem. here is a guide to help you:

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

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-bleed-or-flush-a-car-brake-system

Please run down these guides and report back.
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Monday, February 18th, 2019 AT 11:47 AM

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