The break pedal is pushing way down in order to stop the car and I assume it is something to do with the master cylinder or a leak in the breaking system. It is a 1995 volkswagen passat, v6, with abs. I am just curious as to the general price range for having a repair like this done, parts and labor. Thanks.
2006-12-11 05:59:43 · 4 answers · asked by jkloftin7 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Assuming that it is the master cylinder, expect about 300$ for the part from Volkswagen, and about 3-5 hours of labor. Roughly 600$ total, not including pads, rotors, shoes, etc that should be replaced at the same time. In your shoes, if I was not able to diagnose and test myself, I would have a brake shop inspect the system and give you their recommendation before going in and saying "Hey, do the master cylinder."
A job like that, if you walk in and say hey, I need the master cylinder done, they're going to smile, nod, and do it whether or not you need it. All you want to say when you go into the shop is that your brakes feel funny, could you please inspect them? It could be something as simple as the fluid is old and needs to be flushed. Or if the fluid in the master cylinder is mostly clear, you might just need the calipers bled. That causes a spongey pedal, too.
2006-12-11 06:09:23 · answer #1 · answered by sovereign_carrie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A long travel pedal could be low brake fluid, or worn pads.
Check that before someone sells you a master cylinder.
2006-12-11 14:48:28 · answer #2 · answered by bettysdad 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-12-11 17:13:33 · answer #3 · answered by Ò» Ò 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you'll just have to call around to your local part stores and garages... sorry i can't offer any other help
2006-12-11 14:06:15 · answer #4 · answered by country girl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋