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Pedal Goes to the Floor
85 Vw van brakes
1985 VOLKSWAGEN VAN
190,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
LOONEYTUNES1111
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85 Vanagon. Brake pedal goes to floor. Brake fluid was low. Added fluid & bled brake system. No change. What now?
Mar 31, 2011 at 11:53 AM
DOCFIXIT
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if no leaks at wheels then master cylinder at fault
Mar 31, 2011 at 11:59 AM
LOONEYTUNES1111
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What about the brake booster? How do I tell if it's still good?
Mar 31, 2011 at 12:05 PM
RASMATAZ
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Engine off, pump brake a few times hold it in then start it up the pedal should sink a little if its good
Mar 31, 2011 at 12:16 PM
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