Brakes suddenly diminished?

2005 HONDA ACCORD
120,000 MILES • 3.0L • V6 • AUTOMATIC
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BALLEN7
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I had driven about a block and a half when all of a sudden the brakes were barely working. The brake light and ABS light lit up. I managed to inch my way home. It is raining so I can't see if brake fluid is leaking (I assume it's not that). Brakes were working fine just prior to this, no squeaking. If I can provide any other details please ask. It's been one of those years!
Oct 14, 2023 at 11:28 AM
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Is the brake fluid empty? If not, it sounds like the brake master cylinder has gone out. Here is a guide to help you be sure and I have included a separate guide for the master cylinder replacement.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/brake-pedal-goes-to-the-floor

and this guide for the brake master cylinder bleed:

https://youtu.be/WDxvEQrMkBg?si=isVrBSlkw-iN8pgQ

and

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

here are the instructions on how to replace the master on your vehicle. Make sure to bleed the system at the wheels when completed. Check out the images (below). Please let us know what you find.

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Oct 14, 2023 at 12:43 PM
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BALLEN7
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Hello Ken, so sorry for the late response. I've basically been ignoring my car. I put in new fluid and that doesn't seem to be the issue. When I push the brake pedal it has little resistance down to the floor. I assume it must be the brake master cylinder then?
Nov 16, 2023 at 10:20 AM
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Most likely, but I would remove the wheels to check the condition of the brakes and to make sure there are no leaks. If the brakes are good with no leak, I would replace the brake master. If you have any questions, please upload an image or video so I can help.
Nov 17, 2023 at 10:57 AM
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Hey Ken, thank you again for all of your help. I don't think I'm mechanically inclined enough to fix the brake master. Do you have any idea how much this should cost (roughly)? Thanks again.
Nov 25, 2023 at 5:39 AM
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Sure, it should cost about $240.00 parts and labor.
Nov 25, 2023 at 9:31 AM
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BALLEN7
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Okay. Thank you so much for all of your help Ken, you've been a big help.
Nov 25, 2023 at 11:07 AM
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You are welcome, please use 2CarPros anytime we are here to help.
Nov 26, 2023 at 11:21 AM