Brake Test?

[John White]

I am doing the brake test and have found the level to be above the line after test 2. I assume that at this point I need to remove fluid to the line before proceeding with the test. Is this right? Thanks for the help. John

[John White]

I am doing the brake test and found the fluid level to be above the line after test 2. I assume that I need to remove fluid to the line before proceeding with the test. Am I right in this assumption? Thanks for the help. John

[Ronnie]

Yes, After you turn the key off and pump the brake pedal until it is hard.

[John White]

Just found another problem. There was fluid around the top of the reservoir so I looked under the car and there was quite a bit of fluid on the floor so I think its time for a trip to the dealer.

[jonlabree]

Look at the system and see if you can find the leak.

If you know whats wrong the dealer will not be able to rip you off.

[Guest tomt]

John:

It's a good idea to include your state of residence in your profile. In dealing with brake issues, knowing if you are close to one of us is a plus.

[Jim]

If it is less than 1/8 inch above the line after you have pumped the pedal at least 25 times I wouldn't worry about it. If it is more than that I would siphon out a little.

I have good used pressure switches and pump/motors available but now days there is almost no such thing as a good used accumulator. When doing the tests if your red light comes on in less than 3 or less pumps you should get a new accumulator as your pump is running more often than it was designed to and will wear out faster.