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If your brake pedal feels like it is sinking, your brakes are in need of repair. For expert brake service and car repair Kingston NY, visit Prestige Tire & Auto Service Center.
Wrong Response
The brake pedal is calibrated to slow the car after it has been depressed slightly. As it goes to the floor, it should pick up more stopping power. If, on the other hand, you push on the brake and you don’t get a solid response, there is something wrong with either the power boost unit, the fluids or the pads. As you can imagine, this is a major safety issue that needs to be addressed immediately. 
Brake Power Boost Unit
Brake pedal issues can indicate a problem with your power boost unit. This booster is vacuum controlled, and that control is measured by a special device. If the vacuum measurement device fails, the booster fails and the brakes can’t function properly. In this case, the booster unit would need to be replaced. Schedule your repairs online.
Bad Brake Fluid

Manufacturers recommend replacing your brake fluid because old fluid picks up debris that can enter through the tiniest holes. It also picks up water via condensation. Contaminated brake fluid won’t flow correctly, and it loses its ability to keep things lubricated. To get the contaminated fluid out, Prestige mechanics will “bleed” the brakes until the fluid is gone. Then we will add new fluids. This should restore the reliability of your brakes.

Leaking Brake Fluid
If your fluid level is low, there may be a leak. These can be so slow that you may not notice. Even if you do notice, brake fluid can be mistaken for other substances. It’s best to be safe. Prestige mechanics can perform a thorough brake inspection. Find out about our service specials.
Worn Brake Pads
Brake pads should warn you that they are going bad. The tell-tale sign is a squeal during braking. However, if this sign wasn’t noticed or heeded, the brake pedal may now be telling the same tale. Replacing brake pads is much less expensive than replacing rotors or discs.
Prestige Tire & Auto Service Center is open six days a week for car repair Kingston NY. The phone number is 845-750-6941. Please feel free to program it into your smartphone for future reference. 

Written on Friday, March 20, 2015 by Permalink |