1997 Jeep Cherokee no brake pressure

1997 JEEP CHEROKEE
150,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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GRANDJEEP1
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Replaced brake booster, master cylinder, front rotors, and front calipers. Can not maintain brake pressure, could not find any fluid leaks. With engine off, can pump brakes and build pressure, but lose pressure in a few seconds. With engine running, brakes go straight to floor with no pressure at all.
Feb 28, 2009 at 12:14 PM
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MERLIN2021
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It might seem dumb, but the first thing I ask shade tree mechanics is look at the calipers, are the bleeder screws at the top? If not you mounted your calipers on the wrong side, try again! If this isnt the problem get back to me.
Feb 28, 2009 at 12:22 PM
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