when I press on the brakes the go to the floor

2012 KIA OPTIMA

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DANIELLA GIAMPIETRO

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It does not happen all the time, usually after driving for a while or stuck in traffic, when I press on the brakes the go to the floor they told me a need a new brake master.

Sep 27, 2018 at 2:04 PM

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

Replacing the master cylinder isn't a difficult job. If you take your time, you should have no problem.

To get you started, here is a link that shows in general how it is done. You can use this as a guide.

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

If you look at the attachments below, they include the procedures for the removal and replacement of the old one.

I hope this helps. Let me know if you have other questions.

Take care,

Joe

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Apr 23, 2021 at 11:51 PM