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Brakes go to floor

Tiny
KIMBERLY REYNOLDS
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  • 1998 MERCURY MOUNTAINEER
  • 5.0L
  • V8
  • AWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 169,000 MILES
When I drive my brakes go to the floor and I have been having to put brake fluid in and when I open hood the hose (bolt ) connected to master cylinder looks like it leaks or is loose. What is the problem?
Friday, August 18th, 2017 AT 7:56 AM

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Tiny
HARRY P
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The seal at the back of the master cylinder (near that bolt) is leaking. You will need to replace the master cylinder. Should not be too expensive, and just about any shade tree/backyard mechanic should be able to do it for cheap. If you want to try it yourself, here is a guide: https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-brake-master-cylinder
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