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Old Oct 22, 2006 | 07:43 PM
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79 F250 Brake Problems

Just bought it today and the pedal goes to the floor and stays there. Will not return, plus there's no pressure there. Guy I bought it from told me that it might be the booster, another friend told me to check the rear wheel cylinders. Is there something specific about these year trucks that have common problems. If so, what are they? Any information would be helpful.
 
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Old Oct 22, 2006 | 10:08 PM
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Verify that the brake power booster is getting vacuum. Check the check valve (one way valve) that plugs into the brake power booster. If these check then,
then the brake power booster is faulty.
Verify the brake pedal, and it assembly is functioning properly (under the dash).
 
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Old Oct 22, 2006 | 10:43 PM
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Check the brake fluid level then pump it a few times and check for a leak in a line or hose.Sometimes a leak will cause the pedel to stick.

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