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Old 09-22-2013, 08:18 AM
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Hi guys ,
Can anyone help (S8 D2 1998) , I noticed yesterday that the brake pedal went really spongy , on pressing it i I felt the brakes bite then it went really soft with little or no brake bite to then firm up slightly at the bottom of the pedal swing .
I've checked the brake fluid and there is no sign of any leaks anywhere , the brake fluid hasn't gone down at all .
The only odd thing I can see is that the n/s rear brake pad has worn down completely , where the o/s still has about 3mm left on it .
Any ideas ???

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Old 09-22-2013, 02:09 PM
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I'd start with regular maintenance, then see how it feels. New pads (& rotors if needed). If the fluid is over 2 years old, it needs to be changed and bled anyway.
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For the record guys in case anyone else has the same issues , it was in fact a broken caliper , , replaced and all working fine now
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