1999 Ford Taurus master brake cylinder

1999 FORD TAURUS
150,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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WOLFE_2004
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so i noticed while parking the other day that my brakes went to the floor. i parked it and pumped the brakes a few times and let it sit to see if it was leaking anywhere on the ground, it was not, not that i could see. i checked the resavore and it was still full. i check on the inside of the rims and nothing. i can sit and pump the brakes and they dont stiffen up like they should. i was wondering if it could be the master cylinder or something else, air bubble, or something else?? i also did not find a leak under the master what could this be?? it is cold here wondering if something froze??
Feb 5, 2008 at 5:05 PM
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RASMATAZ
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If you're not leaking fluid and you are sure that the pads and shoes are in good shape and properly adjusted-Replace the master cylinder this is the one that creates the hydraulic pressure before it gets to the wheels and make sure you bleed it properly.
Apr 5, 2021 at 5:29 AM
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