new front brake pads - should my brake pedal almost reach the floor?
03-07-2001, 03:13 PM
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new front brake pads - should my brake pedal almost reach the floor?
My dealer installed new front pads on my 1999 1.8TQM Avant.
The brake pedal feels spongy, and I can stomp it nearly to the floor.
Is this normal? I know the new pads need to "bed" in, but this seems a bit excessive.
The brake pedal feels spongy, and I can stomp it nearly to the floor.
Is this normal? I know the new pads need to "bed" in, but this seems a bit excessive.
03-07-2001, 03:44 PM
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My (amateur) diagnosis as well...
My guess is air was introduced into the system during service. Thanks for the confirmation.
Regards,
Dave (out near Norrisown - where are you?)
Regards,
Dave (out near Norrisown - where are you?)
03-07-2001, 04:25 PM
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Brake test.
Try this with engine off pump brake pedal several times. The pedal feel should get very firm. Then start the engine and the pedal will go down a little bit. If it goes to the floor or close bleed the brakes(all 4)Should do it every 2 yrs anyhow.
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