Brake pedal goes to the floor with the engine off

1999 GMC C3500
107,000 MILES • 5.7L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DWANE MENKE
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Brakes were working fine until I hit a patch of ice. The ABS system engaged worked properly, but right after the ABS went on I lost pressure at the pedal. I have inspected each wheel I did not see any brake fluid leaking. The master cylinder was low but not empty. I am thinking it may be the master cylinder or the brake booster. Any help would be appreciated.
Jan 4, 2017 at 7:09 AM
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HMAC300
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Hello,

It sounds like the master when bad which is common when the ABS came on here is guide to help you replace the master.


https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-brake-master-cylinder

Please let us know what happens.
Jan 4, 2017 at 12:21 PM
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JAMIEJONES
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I had this problem and had to replace the master cost me $132.00 all fixed great guide BTW.
Jun 25, 2019 at 5:10 PM