Latest Brake Pedal Sticks Questions
- also on the 2005 equinox, what would cause a sort of warped feeling in the wheel and brake pedal when applying the brake. a little shaking in the wheel also
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Asked by beebee627 on Fri, 07/08/2011 - 11:55
- my 92 chevy 4x4 automatic. the park brake light will come on when hit the brake pedal and stay on sometimes. if you hit the brake pedal again once or twice will go out. will replacing the pedal switch correct this or will i need to go deeper than that?
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Asked by Robm922 on Sat, 07/02/2011 - 13:57
- I have a 1994 Ford Ranger 2.3, when the headlights are on, the brake lights stay on as if the brake pedal was being pushed, what could cause this?
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Asked by renegade1675 on Sat, 06/11/2011 - 14:25
- what cause a soft brake pedal
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Asked by andyman on Wed, 03/30/2011 - 22:50
- I have a 2002 escort zx2 I am unable to depress the button on the side of the shifter on an automatic what would cause this its suppose to be ablle to depress while you depress the brake pedal ,depress the button and shift into gear but will not
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Asked by Roscoe on Wed, 01/19/2011 - 01:32
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How does a brake pedal work?
A braking system is a critical component of a vehicle, and the braking pedal assembly needs to be in good working order. Designed to control the speed of a vehicle by slowing down the momentum through friction, pushing down on the brake pedal is the control component that allows the driver to stop the vehicle.
What happens when the brake pedal sticks or grabs?
Causes vary and could be a loose or damaged caliper mounting bracket, damaged brake hose that has a deteriorated lining and doesn?t let the brake fluid return to the master cylinder. In the worse case scenario, there could also be a problem with the master cylinder, and the brake pedal assembly might needs to be replaced.
What are my options?
Unless a driver has the necessary skill level and necessary, the vehicle should be taken to a dealer or auto repair shop knowledgeable in the repair of the brake assembly. There are numerous automotive websites online that advertise their services and others that sell brake parts. Other sites offer troubleshooting advice, and DIY instructions for specific makes and models.