What does it mean when your told fluid is contaminated causing pedal fade

Hi, my name is Devin. I am an auto repair expert with the Car Genius team here at RepairPal. I’m sorry to hear you're having trouble with your Terrain. When you're told that the fluid is contaminated and causing pedal fade, it usually means that the brake fluid is either dirty or has absorbed moisture, which affects its ability to transfer pressure properly. Contaminated brake fluid can cause the brake pedal to feel soft or "fade," making it difficult to stop the vehicle. Common contaminants include air, water, or incorrect fluid. When this happens, it can also lead to corrosion or damage to other brake components over time. The fix for this problem is to flush the brake system and replace the old, contaminated fluid with fresh brake fluid. It's important to address this promptly to avoid further damage to the braking system. If you need more advice, have any other questions about your vehicle, or would like to get connected to a RepairPal Certified shop near you, we have you covered. Give us a call at 877-913-1554, and we will happily help you out!