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Question: hard brake pedal no stopping power

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unhandyman, 2.2L 4 Cylinder, Zachary, LA, August 10, 2010, 06:22
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I just replaced front rotors and pads on my 2003 alero now the brake pedal is hard but it has no stopping power.the
brakes will not lock up

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    Bret Bodas from RepairPal Test Shop, August 11, 2010, 17:37
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    This sounds like the brake booster is not working. Make sure it is getting vacuum to the booster and the hose wasn't knocked off.

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