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Posted on Dec 11, 2008

Brakes low brake pedal car dont stop right away when you applied sudden brake. brake shoes & pads are new & so are the drumbrakes.the mechanic already adjusted the rear brakes but problem stll exist when i can replace the brakes drum

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Check the wheel cylinders they could be leaking.they are located on the back break drums.

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The first think I would do is check to make sure you have enough brake fluid to operate the brake caliper. Should be a simple fluid check under your hood. If it is low, then your brakes will be spongy and the car will take much longer to stop. If problem persists definitely have a mechanic or the dealer check this out as it is very dangerous when you can't stop!

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