I have been experiencing problems with braking. I noticed that the brake paddle does not go all the way down, and that I must apply a lot of force to press the brake, therefore, to stop. Now I figured this meant that I just need some more pads, because there is the screeching noise. But I have never ever experience such an inability to press the brakes and a vibrating sensation in the paddle as I apply them. Could this mean more than a need for new pads? I have heard several things: low brake fluid, bad caliper, possible lack or fluid to the caliper, and just plain ole' need for pads. So I'm uncertain of the seriousness of the problem, I will be having it looked at real soon, I just want to know what to expect. This is a fairly new vehicle, I have only had it for five weeks and have only driven it four times, and I am not currently driving it now. Please help.
2007-04-25 15:01:50 · 14 answers · asked by Brown Beauty 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Forgot to mention, but this is a Chrysler vehicle I'm speaking on.
2007-04-26 06:44:43 · update #1
It sounds to me than you require a new set of brake pads for sure. The vibrating feeling you feel is your brake rotors no longer running true. In car lingo you likely a new set of pads and your rotors "turned" or replaced. Sometimes it is cheaper to have your rotors replaced rather than turned so do not be alarmed if they suggest to replace them as opposed to "turning" them. I wish you luck and enjoy your new car !
2007-04-25 15:09:08 · answer #1 · answered by corie l 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
HI, and sorry about your brake difficulty's. If your car has anti lock brakes I have way to often heard people complaining of this same problem on there vehicles. The anti lock brake system in most vehicles will not work properly if some one has change the brake pads and pushed the brake fluid from the caliper back to the reservoir. signs of this are often hard to push petal, fast vibration of the petal with a buzzing sound.
Or if your pedal is extremely hard to push, it could be your vacuum booster, or your vacuum line leading to the booster.
Hope I have helped with your problem, good luck
2007-04-25 15:55:31 · answer #2 · answered by Michael A 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The brake lines are in sections and there are also the versatile brake hoses which connect the brake lines to the fellow wheels. The lines or hoses can vbe replaced personally. there's no reason ever to patch a line--the elements might want to fee just about as a lot as a sparkling line. i'm guessing $10 or $20 each and each. despite the indisputable fact that the leak may be the carry close cylinder, in the front of the guidance wheel (which could react to tem[perature) which might want to get replaced or rebuilt. Or a wheel cylinder. on your monetary position the perfect wager is a e book from the library telling the thanks to fix your brakes--then get some equipment, pay for the elements and replace each little thing that needs to get replaced himself. opportunities are severe that he, because the motive force, knows extra about what's incorrect than you do. maximum mechanics received't options giving suggestion in the experience that they comprehend you're not uncomplicated pressed and doing it your self.
2016-10-18 03:50:53 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You neglected to say what kind of car, so I'll have to give the basics.
1) Hard pedal usually indicates a faulty brake booster, or vacuum leak to it.
2) A pulsating brake pedal could indicate a faulty wheel speed sensor causing the anti-lock braking system to malfunction.
Or, a cracked or warped brake rotor would make the brake pedal bounce relative to wheel speed.
Either way, I think you should seek professional help with this problem.
Brakes are not something to be taken lightly when it comes to repairs, or malfunctions.
2007-04-25 15:11:30 · answer #4 · answered by Mr. KnowItAll 7 · 3⤊ 1⤋
the problem could be that one or more of your calipers is stuck, causing more pedal pressure than normal. when you press the pedal the fluid will force the caliper piston against the pads. if the piston is stuck the fluid has nowhere to go, and the pedal will be excessively hard to press. please don't drive the car until the brakes are fixed. if you do you could have a total loss of braking and crash.
2007-04-25 15:52:41 · answer #5 · answered by joe a 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
from the discription you are giving it sounds like your power brake booster is bad. this makes the brakes solid at the pedal but doesn't apply the brakes. This is serious and needs to be taken care of right away.
2007-04-25 15:14:00 · answer #6 · answered by Kenneth S 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't mess with brakes! Get them checked by a pro immediately! Sounds serious, but could be a simple lack of power boost. Again - don't play around with brakes - your (and others) life depends upon them!
2007-04-25 15:12:34 · answer #7 · answered by JoeKnows 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well it could be so many thi8ngs have you looked under your car for oil leaks.checked the brake fluid oil?if not that if your brakes are that low your wheel cylinders ma be extended too far. whatever the problem is you have to get it in and not drive it before you hurt yourself.
2007-05-01 11:59:01 · answer #8 · answered by gobbleasoarus 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it could be pretty much any part of your brake system clogged line pads/rotors calipers master cylinder or brake booster, best bet take to shop
2007-05-01 12:40:12 · answer #9 · answered by knuckledragger5800 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like your brake rotors/drums are glazed from overheating....that will explain the noise, the vibration and the hard pedal. You wouldn't have happened to been driving around with the emergency brake engaged recently??
2007-04-25 15:08:19 · answer #10 · answered by Ron B 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋