shifter not working properly? It seems I have to really put pressure on the brake pedal?

1994 SUBARU LEGACY
178,000 MILES • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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CHRISHGO24
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I have a brake caliper that needs replacing, it's stuck or broken. Now my brakes are going to floor, almost won't stop. Could this be the issue why the gear changer is not working properly anymore? It seems I have to really put pressure on the brake pedal in order to get the car to go into any gear when this happens, sometimes repeatedly. Is my brake problem causing this? I'm going to get it checked, but need to know if it's related to the brakes, or Modulator Valve or ABS master pump needs replacing? I don't want to be told it needs either of these if it's just my brake caliper needs replacing. I don't have a lot of money to put into this 1994 Subaru Legacy Wagon, AWD.
Jan 30, 2015 at 8:52 AM
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HMAC300
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from your description it sounds to be more than a caliper.
Jan 30, 2015 at 12:10 PM
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It sounds like the subframe under the dash is broken so the clutch is not being depressed enough but when you push the brake pedal it shores up the framework to help the clutch work better. I would use a flashlight and have a helper push the brakes while you look under the dash to see if there is movement.
Aug 13, 2024 at 4:19 PM
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