I tried auto zone but there's only checks engine codes. Basicly I am looking for some way of getting the codes with out paying someone hate to bring it in and they give a line of spew and tell me it needs everything but the kitchen sink.
Thanks in adavance for all your feed back. Mike
2007-06-13 14:34:45 · 6 answers · asked by Mike T 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
2001 ford windstar SEL 3.8
2007-06-13 15:53:57 · update #1
I guess what I wanted to say is that I would rather do the work myself than pay 65 - 70 dollors hour. If it is something that I could do myself with a little help with people like you out here. Sorry for bad feelings I know there are good people out there.
2007-06-13 16:03:56 · update #2
The brake master cylinder is designed to hold just the right amount of brake fluid for your brake system.
There are two things to note.
1) As the brake pads wear out, the calipers piston has to move farther out to press on the brake pads. As the piston moves farther out, the area behind the piston becomes filled with more fluid from the master cylinder, and the level of fluid in the master cylinder goes down.
When the fluid level in the master cylinder gets too low, a light should come on indicating that your brake fluid is low.
That does NOT mean you need to add brake fluid. It means your brake pads are VERY close to being worn out.
2) If you add brake fluid today, and have your brakes done tomorrow, when the mechanic compresses the caliper piston ALL the excess brake fluid is going to spill out of the master cylinder all over the engine compartment and make a huge mess. Not to mention ruining your car.
Just a note: Brake fluid does not evaporate. So, unless you have a leak, NEVER add brake fluid.
Have your brakes serviced.
2007-06-15 14:11:02 · answer #1 · answered by Mr. KnowItAll 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Year make and model would be helpful. Not every shop, dealership, or technician is a crook. If your brakes fail, do you plan on being Fred Flintstone? Or do you have another idea on how to stop about a ton and a half of vehicle? Get the vehicle checked. Your safety as well as that of those around you is at risk. Especially if the RED brake warning lamp is coming on. That typically is a fluid level or pressure concern in your master cylinder.
2007-06-13 14:57:21 · answer #2 · answered by Bruce G 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
GM trucks of that approx vintage are famous for having corroded ABS box ground wire, and also for having cold solder joints in the box failing from vibration -- you tube is full of video on how to adress these. Since your problem started when the larger tires went on, it's likely that larger tires precipitated the issue. You still have brakes, but no ABS.
2016-05-19 22:14:10 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes there is Mike.you have to hook your vehical up to a computer and it will give you a code.you will have to have this done by mechanic or dealer auto parts house does not have this technoligy ,standerd price to hook to computer is around 100$.Look coed up and you will have answer,more than likley there is nothing rong with your brakes it is a simple ABS senser that has went out on one of your axels.What you need to know is if senser is out it does not effect your brakeing system at all,your brakes will still perform fine.The fix however can be quite costly,in most newer cars and trucks this senser is part of the axel assembly and you have to replace the whole axel.If this is the case,disconnect the light bulb in dash it is much cheaper!
2007-06-13 14:48:27 · answer #4 · answered by shawn d 1 · 1⤊ 2⤋
that happened once in my old jetta. You are running out of braking fluid, check the level, and if you have a leak then you have to replace brake lines. Kinda expensive for this vehicle tho, $400.
2007-06-13 14:42:59 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
check your brake fluid, if it gets low the light will come on.
2007-06-13 15:38:51 · answer #6 · answered by shefixescars 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋