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Master cylinder have a residual valve?

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JOE MOORE
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Does the master cylinder have a residual valve built inside the master cylinder, to maintain 2LB's pressure on front disc brakes only.
Thanks Joe
Sunday, December 16th, 2007 AT 7:33 PM

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Tiny
BUDDYCRAIGG
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No

it's possible the front hoses have collapsed inside making a check valve of sorts.
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Friday, December 12th, 2008 AT 9:20 PM
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KEN L
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No the brake master does not hold pressure for the front brake, here is a guide to help you with the problem of the brake sticking on.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/a-comprehensive-guide-to-fixing-automotive-brakes-locking-up

Please go over this guide and get back to us.

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