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Hello
I started my car and the power brakes just gave out on me. They can be depressed and the car will stop but just like when the power stearing gives out ,its hard to push on the pedal, has my master cylinder gone or what?
You didn't say what kind of vehicle you have. Most have a vaccuum hose running to the brake booster from the engine. The booster is the large round thing the master cylinder is fastened to. I would check the hose and see if it is leaking vaccuum with the engine running. If it is, replace it. If not, you might have an internal failure of the booster. This would require replacement. Good luck.
Kevin
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Kevin Pilotte
Expertise
I can answer many technical questions relating to AMC vehicles prior to 1979. I also have experience with Rambler & Nash vehicles.
Experience
I am a former AMC technician, service writer and service manager. I have worked in AMC dealers in Illinois in the 70's. After college, I was a Field Service Rep for American Motors Sales Corporation, working out of the Chicago Zone office. I traveled to AMC dealers assisting in the diagnosis and repair of AMC vehicles. I was also the Area Training Manager for DeLorean Motor Company. I have 10+ years as an Automotive Instructor. I have modified and restored
numerous AMC vehicles. I have been working on AMC vehicles for over 30 years.
Organizations
I have been an ASE Certified Master Technician since 1975. This includes L1. I am also currently a Toyota Certified Master Diagnostic Technician.
Publications
I have articles in "American Motoring", the official publication of the American Motors Owners Association. They are the largest AMC club in the world.
Education/Credentials
I have a certificate I printed out from a website.
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