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Old 03-08-2014, 05:46 AM
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Default 93 dodge dakota brake fail help!!

Just got myself this 93 dakota 4x4, had it sit for a week. Suddenly brakes barely workes when i insured iit today. I had to push all the way and the abs and e brake would light up but fade away. The ebrake i know sucks already
Brakes worked but barely checked fluid filled it up didnt drain and i test it next thing i know legit NO brakes.... wtf happenes abs and ebrake lighta stuck on and like im gunna check foe leaks and pads tomorrow... juat bought it had a recent wngine rebuild
Any help is good help... 4.9L v6
 
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Old 03-08-2014, 09:01 AM
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Welcome to DF. You posted in the wrong section. Moving for you.
 
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Old 03-08-2014, 12:08 PM
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Just joined last night still learning site
Gunna go check it out hoping they have just worn pads or leaking fluid... never had brake fail %100 on me before
 
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Old 03-09-2014, 12:41 AM
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Did they fail as you were driving? If they failed as soon as you pressed the pedal before leaving on your trip then it's more likely a broken line or a leaky rear wheel cylinder. Take a look under the truck for any signs of brake fluid running down from somewhere under the truck.
 



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