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Visitor, V6, Hampton, VA, March 11, 2011, 06:25

when brake engaged the vehicle stops but pedal goes down towards floor (as if losing air out of brake system). The master cyl has been replaced, brakes have been bled, valve around master cyl replaced, not losing brake fluid. Thanks for your help

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    Professional Diagnostics & Repair (29 Answers) , Newport News, VA - (757) 643-2559
    michaelleech April 28, 2011, 12:44
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    If you have a soft pedal where the pedal travels excessively there is either air still in the system or a fluid control problem. Certain brake hose and ABS system issues can cause this symptom. We would have to spend some time to troubleshoot the vehicle, the charge for that is 60.00.

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