Brake failure my pedal is on the floor brakes not stopping the truck?

1999 FORD F-150
100,000 MILES • 2.0L • V8 • 2WD • MANUAL
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Brake pedal goes to floor. Pumping doesn't work. Cylinder is full and not leaking. Brake Masters said brake pads good and no leaks.
Jun 18, 2019 at 11:05 AM
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Good afternoon,

If the fluid is good and you have no pedal, most likely the master cylinder has failed.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/brake-pedal-goes-to-the-floor

If you open a bleeder, does fluid come out with the pedal depressed?

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-brake-master-cylinder

Roy
Sep 24, 2020 at 11:41 AM
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I'm not able to do that. I'm not trusting Brake Masters answer because I can't afford to replace entire or rebuilt ABS as msgr is suggesting. Or he said bring title to him so he can dispose of truck.
Sep 24, 2020 at 11:41 AM
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Thank you for quick reply. I'm doing some research. He says brake fluid is contaminated but the test he showed me, anyone could do as a ruse.
Sep 24, 2020 at 11:41 AM
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Sounds like he wants the truck.

I would replace the master cylinder and bleed the lines of all air.

Is the gasket under the master cylinder swelled up?



Roy
Sep 24, 2020 at 11:41 AM
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A bit.
Sep 24, 2020 at 11:41 AM
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Good chance there is a petroleum product in the fluid. It has failed the seals in the master and possibly the calipers and the wheel cylinders.

Roy
Sep 24, 2020 at 11:41 AM
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Thanks Roy! I went to a reliable salvage guy yesterday and he has several ABS for $100.00 vs $450.00 for rebuilt acquired by brake masters. He also has a good mechanic.
Thank you so much for your continued assistance and 'reassurance'. Have a blessed day!
Sep 24, 2020 at 11:41 AM
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You are welcome.

Always glad to help.

Ry
Sep 24, 2020 at 11:41 AM