I have a 1995 Volvo 960. Two days ago a red "Brake" light on the dashboard turned on. After dropping it off at the gas station they said the brake fluid was empty. the brake fluid was checked along with other fluids about 3 weeks ago. What is the best and worst case reasons for why the light turned on and the lack of brake fluid?
2007-02-12 12:15:10 · 8 answers · asked by brooke5303 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I have a 1995 Volvo 960. Two days ago a red "Brake" light on the dashboard turned on. After dropping it off at the gas station they said the brake fluid was empty. the brake fluid was checked along with other fluids about 3 weeks ago. What is the best and worst case reasons for why the light turned on and the lack of brake fluid?
What causes a leak of brake fluid? Once again, best and worst case scenario?
2007-02-12 12:30:33 · update #1
Worst case leaking master cylinder caused by grooving requires new cylinder.
It could be leaking wheel cylinders but likely to be only 1. The cap could have been loose after the check recently Check for wet areas in the vicinity of the main and wheel cylinders.
2007-02-12 12:25:23 · answer #1 · answered by burning brightly 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Best reason would be a leak on one brake juncture as this is cheapest to fix.
Worst reason is a broken power brake booster as this is the most expensive to fix.
Actually for Best reason a leak in a slave cylinder would be better even though more expensive it is not likely to blow out and leave you without brakes on the road flying along.
2007-02-12 12:20:54 · answer #2 · answered by startrektosnewenterpriselovethem 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Best case scenario is that you have a leaky brake hose. They are rather inexpensive. Worst case is you have a leaky caliper or wheel cylinder. They can get expensive. Check your inner wheels for any brake fluid residue.
2007-02-12 12:20:28 · answer #3 · answered by Polamalu is God 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The best case scenario is that the new Fox game show "Who wants to get a million dollars for their brake fluid" picked your car at random.
The worst case scenario is that a trained assasin is trying to kill you.
2007-02-12 12:24:12 · answer #4 · answered by Dave R 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
there is no best case senario, you have a leak, either one of your brake lines is leaking or a caliper on the front or wheel cylinder in the rear if it has drum brakes in the back, get it checked out before you lose your brakes and need them.
2007-02-12 12:22:04 · answer #5 · answered by mister ss 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Was the cover to the master cylinder put back on securely if so you more than likely have a break fluid leak.A wheel cylinder,break line or maybe the Master cylinder has gone out either way it is going to cost money to fix it.
2007-02-12 12:27:26 · answer #6 · answered by cyhntr 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No best case scenario for this.... you have a leak... maybe a broken brake line..... I would check the brake lines at the wheels first....
2007-02-12 12:20:49 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
best case: leak
worst case: leak
2007-02-12 12:18:44 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋