Soft Brake Pedal During Hard Braking
The brake pedal feels soft or spongy when applying hard braking, indicating a potential issue with the brake hydraulic system or brake pads.
Diagnosis Details
Possible Causes
Air in the brake lines (contaminated brake fluid)
Worn brake pads or rotors
Brake fluid leak (master cylinder, caliper, or line)
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What You Should Do
Inspect brake fluid level and condition; check for leaks at master cylinder, calipers, and lines; bleed brake system to remove air; measure brake pad thickness and rotor condition.
If fluid is dark or low, flush and replace.
Test drive after repairs.
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