1995 Volkswagen Golf Slow Speed Apply Brakes There S Times They Work Wrong

1995 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
13,500 MILES
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When going slow speed and I apply my brakes there's times they don't work what is wrong?
Apr 2, 2013 at 1:12 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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The don't work at all or is the pedal hard to push? If it is hard to push, check the power brake booster for vacuum leaks.
Apr 2, 2013 at 1:57 PM
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The master cylinder is bypassing fluid causing the pedal to drop and the lack of braking ability.

Replace the m/c and flush the fluid.

Thomas
Apr 2, 2013 at 8:03 PM
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