The Brake Pedal

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/Brake-pedal-adj-C2-ftopict222058.html (Brake pedal adj. on C2?)
I want the brake pedal to engage the brakes further from the floorboards on my 63 (non-power, shoes/drums). I pulled the drums before I started my run home, and turned the adjusting star-type nut in the front brakes so the shoes moved closer to the drums. (There are no holes in the backing plat..
« It is a closed system so the only way to shorten the stroke on the pedal is to shorten the movement of the brake shoes. Backing plates on '63s have the hole for a brake spoon. It may have a rubber o.. »

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/Brake-pedal-pads-ftopict218619.html (Brake pedal pads)
Who carries repo's of the 1954 oval shaped pedal rubber? Thanks Alex
« IIRC Stude Intl. »
« Thanks »

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/Low-Brake-Pedal-Corolla-ftopict168092.html (Low Brake Pedal-Corolla)
We have two Corollas ( 95 & 96). Both have very low brake pedals. The pedals dont seem soft, but very low. The amount of pedal travel before braking seems extreme. My Camry (92) has a very high pedal and excellent braking. I know to check fluid level, rear brake adjustment, air in lines, cal..
« Have you changed the fluid? It absorbs water over time. The brake fluid and water mix will compress a lot more than fluid alone. I have a '94 DX. I've changed the brake fluid every 5 years and n.. »
« Have you checked the items you know to check? The only other thing that could cause a low pedal is master cylinder pushrod adjustment, but if the master cylinder has not been touched, then pushro.. »
« *huh*?? Not to say that the original fluid isn't overdue for a change, nor that you are actually experiencing the phenomenon you describe, but water (any liquid) is incompressible, at least at the.. »
« You SAID you checked the rear brake adjustment, but this is the single most common problem when the brake pedal has a long travel. »

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/2007-150-SInking-Brake-Pedal-ftopict220086.html (2007 F-150, SInking Brake Pedal)
Anyone experience this? While holding my foot on the brake at a red light, after a few seconds, the pedal will actually drop about another inch or so. The dealer says it's normal but I think something is wrong. LHA
« It's not normal. Well, it IS normal if the Brake Master Cylinder is not working right. The master cylinder has chambers inside, and the brake pedal is connected to a piston that passes between the.. »
« Jeff, thanks very much. This is what I suspected but the lazy service department didn't want to deal with it. He told me it was due to some new technology, sort of like "fly by wire" where the ped.. »
« There is a chance that the service writer could be correct then, but I had no idea that the '07 F150 was a fly-by-wire. If it is even remotely convenient, take your truck to a different dealership.. »
« Ford started "fly by wire" wire only electronic throttle in 2005 on the Ford Super Duties, I am fairly certain that the brakes DO NOT use "fly by wire". I don't believe the brakes are a system we .. »

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/93-na-brake-pedal-pulse-ftopict137918.html (93 na brake pedal pulse)
My 93 has set most of it's life (27k), but now that gas is what it is I'm going to drive it much more. Today I ran it down the road after it sitting up for a couple years and the brake pedal pulses like crazy when I apply the brakes. I'm thinking warped rotors. Anyone agree/disaggree wit..
« Yes, warped rotors most likely. NAPA replacements are $20 each. »
« Probably flat spots on your tires. Unless they are Michelin steel belted they are definately out of round. You probably are experienceing vibration as well?? Could be warped or very rusty rotors .. »

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/Brake-pedal-switch-ftopict233727.html (Brake pedal switch)
There is a switch conected to the brake pedal that controls at least a solenoid to release the shifter and also the brake lights. On my 1998 Taurus this has stopped working. It started this just after I had the instrument panel ilumination fixed at a ford dealership. Is there some connection betwe..
« Probably just a coincidence since the switch has nothing to do with the panel as far as repairs. The switches were/are junk. It is fairly cheap at about $20US at the dealer for a "new improved" ve.. »

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/brake-pedal-hard-ftopict136189.html (brake pedal too hard)
my chevy s-10 blazer(4.3 ltr.) brakes just got real hard to push, with very little power. I looked into replacing vacuum hose and check valve, but it comes up as "not necessary" or N/A. Is it probably the booster???
« Check the vacuum to the booster,if you have vacuum then replace booster »
« Probably. All vacuum bossters have a hose and check valve, just because it says N/A doesn't mean it's not there. Quick check: With the motor off, pump the brakes a few times and then hold the p.. »

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/Brakes-binding-brake-pedal-ftopict175494.html (Brakes binding because of brake pedal)
My 1992 Plymouth Voyager recently had a recall where the hydraulic assembly was replaced among other things. When the car came back, the brakes were binding. It was found that the springs that holds the brake pedal up were knackered.. My experts are really hefty spring on but it still does it. ..
« How long ag was this done? When the car came back, the Define this word? knackered.. My experts are really hefty spring on Lost me here too It's not too bad most of the time, and it When this happe.. »
« Sorry, my speech recognition program put some wrong words down and I obviously didn't check the message properly before posting it. To answer your questions. The recall was done in April. Since th.. »
« If the brakes lites aren't on then the pedal doesn't seem to be in the stuck position? But you may want to look under the dash to make sure all 4 nuts are properly tightened »
« I guess you didn't want to listen to clare at snyder.on.ca post. The pushrod needs adjusted behind the master cylinder. Or your hydraulic assembly, your master cylinder.. is sticking. The shop put.. »

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/Hyundai-Santa-Fe-brake-pedal-low-ftopict190019.html (Hyundai Santa Fe brake pedal low)
I have a 2004 Santa Fe with 35k on the clock. The brake pedal has become low and requires two pumps to bring it back up to the top. A garage has checked the brake pads and says that there is still 50% pad left and they are not the problem. Before I tackle the Hyundai dealer can anyone point me ..
« I'd suspect a problem in the master cylinder. Matt »
« Dude, you're talking about your brakes. If you don't trust this guy's diagnostic capabilities, take it to someone whose abilities you trust. I'm being completely serious. The problem could be any.. »
« Totally and utterley agree with you there hyundaitech!. It's booked in with another dealer for looking at now. Life's too without shortening the odds with dodgy brakes - or dealers! Steve »
« The pads themselves aren't covered. Just about anything else that's a defect (not normal wear and tear) should be covered. If you've got 35k on an '04, you shouldn't have any issues with rust or d.. »

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/gap-half-pressing-brake-pedal-ftopict207337.html (There is gap in half way through when pressing brake pedal)
My car is 2007 camry 4 cylinder. My foot can feel a gap when pressing the brake pedal about the half way through. Sometime I even can hear "click" when I press brake pedal through this "gap". Car dealer also recongized this problem after I brought up this problem. But they said that they als..

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/2000-sable-brake-pedal-creek-ftopict172002.html (2000 sable brake pedal creek)
Had the car to the dealer last year where they did a "recall" ever since I have a creek from the beake pedal. I squirted silicone around the joints and rubber boot. Yet it did not help. Dealer says it is normal, sounds like a horror movie squeak... Any idea's?

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/03-Sonata-Brake-Pedal-ftopict190509.html (03' Sonata Brake Pedal Question)
Hi Group, Lately, I been experiencing a weird situation with my brake pedal, To explain, whenever I press the brake pedal down, it makes a click noise. It seems as if the brake pedal also went down more. I pump the pedal a few times and it seems to fix the problem temporary. My car has 37000 on..
« I neglected to mention in the above post that the customer service issues are between you and the particular dealer and have no reflection on Hyundai themselves or any other dealer. »
« Sounds a lot like Valley Stream Hyundai on Long Island! recently. car. »

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/406-brake-pedal-sticks-ftopict250943.html (406 brake pedal sticks)
hi all, the brake pedal is sticking on my hdi 406 when you apply the foot brake the brakes stick on unless you put your foot under the pedal and lift it about a half inch then its fine any ideas? marty1966

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/Brake-Pedal-slowly-floor-1995-RAM-2500-9L-ftopict180528.html (Brake Pedal slowly goes to the floor. 1995 RAM 2500 - 5.9L)
Brake pedal slowly goes to the floor when constant hard pressure is put on it. I replaced the master cylinder because of this, and with the new unit on it's still doing it. With the pedal on the floor, and the accelerator pressed the truck does not move. Is this normal or something to get fixed..
« Did you also replace the vacume booster? -- ..boB Arrived: 2006 FXDI, Red. 1997 HD FXDWG - Turbocharged Stolen 11/26/05 in Denver 1HD1GEL10VY3200010 CO License J5822Z 2001 Dodge Dakota QC 5.9.. »
« any fluid leaks in the rear? I know its an obvious question, but stick with the basics. -- ---------------------------- -Chris 05 CTD 06 Liberty CRD Real Trucks don't NEED spark plugs. »
« No Leaks, new wheel cylinders and calipers. I did not replace the vacuum booster. Chris Thompson wrote: »
« If there are no external leaks, the MC is bypassing internally. There seems to be a lot of reports of brand new MC's being bad right out of the box. A booster won't cause the problem you're having. »

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/gap-half-pressing-brake-pedal-ftopict207339.html (There is gap in half way through when pressing brake pedal)
My car is 2007 camry 4 cylinder. My foot can feel a gap when pressing the brake pedal about the half way through. Sometime I even can hear "click" when I press brake pedal through this "gap". Car dealer also recongized this problem after I brought up this problem. But they said that they also f..

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/2001-S80-brake-pedal-ftopict224829.html (2001 S80 brake pedal)
....has developed a hissing noise. Obviously vacuum. Brakes work fine. Is this apt to be a bad brake booster or just a loose fitting? -- Paddy's Pig
« Almost certainly a bad booster. »
« Thanks. I was hoping it'd be something simple. -- Paddy's Pig »
« It is simple, just not particularly cheap »

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/Minor-Brake-Pedal-Squeaking-04-Accent-ftopict232462.html (Minor Brake Pedal Squeaking ('04 Accent))
Hello, one more (minor) issue~ I have the most obnoxious squeak coming from my brake pedal on my '04 Accent Automatic (U.S. version). It's not coming from the brakes themselves, as near as I can tell. It seems to be coming directly from under the brake pedal but not in the interior side of the ..
« I've seen two things causing a squeak on brake application and release even when sitting still: 1. brake pedal mechanism squeaking -- cured by lubrication of mechanism 2. rear brakes out of adjust.. »
« Thanks, hyundaitech - hopefully the dealer will try one or both methods. Dirk »
« Lubing backing plates was needed, just as predicted! Dirk p.s. they did charge me $53.99 for this. No charge for the motor mount adjust, $63.78 labor for battery install (my stupidity for not doing.. »
« Why not have someone listen while you apply and release the pedal in the driveway? You should be able to pinpoint the sound and give that point a little lube. -- -Mike- »

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/Squoot-noise-pushing-brake-pedal-ftopict179051.html ("Squoot" noise when pushing on brake pedal)
We took a trip with our Prius and while away from home, I discovered that every time I pushed on the brake pedal, the car reacted normally but made a small (but noticeable) "squoot" noise that I believe was coming from under the hood. The noise stopped as soon as we returned home - and on a s..
« I had a rubber boot that covers the hole in the firewall come loose from the brake pedal shaft that penetrates the firewall and it made some type of noise. Once the mechanic set the boot back int.. »
« Chris: Just returned from Mammoth Lakes. Left Ventura at close to sea level, arrived at cabin at 9,000 ft elevation ... averaging 46.5 mpg with wife, luggage and inflatable kayak. Got 50.5 mpg on.. »

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/911-brake-pedal-softness-track-days-ftopict192051.html (911 brake pedal softness on track days)
Have new discs, pads, braided steel lines, best fluid, and they're pressure bled. After five laps pedal is soft, and will sink in pits. OK if I have a nervous pump before braking zone, but I think there is a better way. Any thoughts?Mastercylinder? It's a very fast 1993 964, ABS and tiptroni..
« If you don't have any external leaks, that sounds like either master cylinder or the fluid is boiling. I'd bet on the latter if you only experience this on the track. You also might want to try .. »
« boiling fluid, A little bit too hard, too late. »

http://Isuzu-Trooper.autoboardz.com/Clutch-Brake-Accelator-Pedal-Pad-replacements-2000-Taco-ftopict223731.html (Clutch, Brake & Accelator Pedal Pad replacements 2000 Taco..)
Looking for pedal pad replacements. Any suggestions appreciated... thanks!! NJ