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Old Jan 2, 2014 | 02:17 PM
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Have to push very hard to get the car to stop. It will stop, but these power brakes aren't working like they should. Is it the booster?

The brakes aren't mushy; there's plenty of pressure, I've just got to push really hard to get them to grab.

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First check if you have vacuum to the booster.
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Have to push very hard to get the car to stop. It will stop, but these power brakes aren't working like they should. Is it the booster?

The brakes aren't mushy; there's plenty of pressure, I've just got to push really hard to get them to grab.
When was the last time you checked your brake pads?
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With the engine off press the brake pedal down until it stops, hold the pedal firm, start the engine if the booster is working you should feel the pedal drop a small amount.
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Ive had a couple of Boosters rebuilt by this place. Power Brake Booster Exchange Inc.
Portland, OR
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Brake pads are fine. I'll perform the recommended diagnostics and post my findings.
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