There could be several reasons why your brakes are still spongy after bleeding them. It could be due to air still being trapped in the brake lines, a leak in the brake system, worn out brake pads, or a problem with the master cylinder. It is recommended to have a professional mechanic inspect and diagnose the issue to ensure your brakes are working properly and safely.
ABS brakes are not spongy. If you have spongy brakes the reason is that there is air in the system. You need to have your brakes bled.
Spongy brakes on any automobile are usually caused by air in brake lines. The lines need to be bled according to the owner's manual.
There are a few possible reasons why your brakes may still feel spongy after bleeding them. One common reason is that there may still be air trapped in the brake lines. Another possibility is that there could be a leak in the brake system causing air to enter. Additionally, worn brake pads or a faulty master cylinder could also contribute to spongy brakes. It is recommended to have a professional mechanic inspect and diagnose the issue to ensure proper and safe braking performance.
May have air in the system and have to be bled Check the flexible brake lines (front) to make sure they are not ruptured and are ballooning when brakes are applied
Brakes are bled to remove air bubbles from the brake pipes. Air bubbles in the pipes will make the brakes feel spongy and less efficient.
You need to bleed the brakes.
Spongy brakes are usually a sign that the brakes need to be bled. This is an easy procedure that you can do yourself relatively cheaply or you can take it to a mechanic and it can be done for about $50. If the brakes need to be replaced you are looking at $75-$100 dollars per pair.
they are bled to remove air out of your brake system. bleeding prevents you from having mushy brakes or your pedal going to the floor. it also makes the pedal tight and more sensitive to your feet.
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It would be helpful to know: What vehicle you are working on. The condition of the rear brakes, and were they also bled. Does the brake fluid level stay full, if no then there may be a brake fluid leak.
It sounds as if there is not enough pressure in the system. This could be the result of a faulty master cylinder, or inadequate brake fluid. It is also possible the piston assembly in the calipers have a fault.
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