When was the last time my Ford Explorer had a brake problem?
When was the last time my Ford Explorer had a brake problem?
Very same problem on 2010 Explorer Eddie Bauer. Last time it happened several times in stop and go traffic in December 2017. Had it in the garage several times prior to this Recurring incident. It is in the garage now.
Is there a problem with my brake pedal?
I have a sports trac 2007 and I just had to replace the Master Cylinder but when the shop replaced the MC the brake pedal still went down to the floor and they said they talked or got in contact with a the dealership and the ended up placing the whole brake pedal system so now I have a whole new brake pedal.
Why is the brake fluid in my Ford Explorer almost black?
When I stopped at a shop to get the fluid checked it was almost black and told me that someone had put the wrong fluid in the brake fluid well.
How much does it cost to change the brakes on a Ford Explorer?
The “breathing” doesn’t affect the brakes’ functionality, and is only a minor annoyance pending getting the new booster installed. The part costs about $50 (without the master cylinder), and it took my friend about 5 hours to change out, including fabrication time.
Do you have a problem with your brakes?
Brakes really spongy…pedal hits the floor!! I think I have a problem with the brakes in my NC (has ABS) …when you push the pedal a few times on the spot while the car is runing, the pedal is all spongy and it goes so far back that it hits the floor same happens when driving if you use it alot in a short period of time….
What causes your brakes to overheat when you take your foot off the pedal?
Worn ball joints, a bad steering rack, worn tie rod ends, a bad wheel bearing or upper strut bearing, and even a bad front strut could cause it. Start checking. Your brakes should let go immediately as you take your foot off the pedal. If they don’t, this can cause brake overheating as well as premature wear to brake parts.
When does the brake pedal hit the floor?
Check the flex lines [hoses] to your calipers they may be ballooning out, check for damage. When your foot is on the brakes and you start the engine does the brake pedal go down alittle ?? . Click to expand… LEts say worst case scenario, whats a brake booster worth? If i got one off a 6cylinder falcon, would it suit an 8?
What does it mean when your car brakes are spongy?
The booster applies a vacuum assist to the pedal – a faulty booster will normally manifest itself as non-responsive brakes – not a spongy pedal . If your brakes are spongy usually you have air in the system somewhere.
Why does my Ford Explorer make a breathing sound?
The brakes are doing fine now, although they make a breathing sound upon depressing the pedal till I push it all the way down (not down to the floor, but till the pedal’s as fr down as it goes). The “breathing” doesn’t affect the brakes’ functionality, and is only a minor annoyance pending getting the new booster installed.
Is it unsafe to drive a Ford Explorer?
It is unsafe to drive though because the brake pedal could fail and you would have no brakes all if you still have the problem. The complete job cost me 1400 dollars and I am very unhappy about that.
Why are the brakes on my Ford Explorer squealing?
About 6 months ago I replaced my rear rotors and pads (front and rear) on my 2000 Ford Explorer XLT as I was hearing some brake squealing. Firestone wanted a lot more money than what I was willing to pay to do the brakes both front and rear. Now my rear brakes are beginning to squeal again, especially when backing out of my driveway.
Is there a problem with my 1996 Ford Explorer?
MY 1996 EXPLORER IS 55K MILES ONLY. THE ABS LIGHT IS ON AND OFF FREQUENTLY. FIRST DIAGNOSTIC WAS REPLACE ABS COMPUTER, WITH NO RESULTS. ORIGINAL ABS COMPUTER WAS INSTALLED AGAIN AND NOW THE DIAGNOSTIC IS HYDRAULIC VALVES NEED REPLACEMENT. ANY OTHER IDEA TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM?
What’s the problem with the brakes on a Ford Explorer?
I have a 98 Ford explorer XLT 5.0 and one day heading home the brake pedal went straight to the floor. I was told that it should be the master cylinder,so I replaced it. It didn’t work. Someone then said it should definitely be the brake booster.
It is unsafe to drive though because the brake pedal could fail and you would have no brakes all if you still have the problem. The complete job cost me 1400 dollars and I am very unhappy about that.
The “breathing” doesn’t affect the brakes’ functionality, and is only a minor annoyance pending getting the new booster installed. The part costs about $50 (without the master cylinder), and it took my friend about 5 hours to change out, including fabrication time.
The brakes are doing fine now, although they make a breathing sound upon depressing the pedal till I push it all the way down (not down to the floor, but till the pedal’s as fr down as it goes). The “breathing” doesn’t affect the brakes’ functionality, and is only a minor annoyance pending getting the new booster installed.
