1995 Cadillac Deville Brake Pedal Travel

1995 CADILLAC DEVILLE
181,000 MILES • 4.9L • V8 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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DOUG HOUSTON
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I put my foot on the brake pedal and the pedal travels almost to the floor. It was just fine minutes before. I tried pumping the brakes back up and doesn't work. There is some modest stopping power but not much. What's the deal?
Jun 21, 2014 at 7:59 AM
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HMAC300
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either a line has broken or your master cylinder h as failed. have a pro look at it and see if you have any fluid in master reservoir.
Jun 21, 2014 at 9:40 AM
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DOUG HOUSTON
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I checked the master cylinder and it is full. I checked around the car as well and there is no evidence of fluid leaks. There is a clicking sound from the steering column area every time brake pedal is pushed for approx 15-20 seconds and then disappears.
Jun 21, 2014 at 9:48 AM
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HMAC300
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then check up there and see if the brake pedal has become disconnected but you said you have some brake so it leaves me to believe the master has gone out on it. without seeing it there isn't much more I can tell you
Jun 21, 2014 at 9:51 AM
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DOUG HOUSTON
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OK!.......I'll give it a try and if no luck it's off to the Mechanic! Thanks so much for your help! Best Regards Doug
Jun 21, 2014 at 10:07 AM
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