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Old 06-20-2002, 08:04 AM
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I recently got my brake pads replaced by the dealer and ever since it seems like i have to jam down on the brake pedal to stop. took it back and they said that there's a leak in the master cylinder and it has to be replaced.....$200 for the part and $100 for labor.

Does this sound like the correct fix for my problem or am i getting screwed? i'm not too familiar with the braking system.
Old 06-20-2002, 08:28 AM
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I recently got my brake pads replaced by the dealer and ever since it seems like i have to jam down on the brake pedal to stop. took it back and they said that there's a leak in the master cylinder and it has to be replaced.....$200 for the part and $100 for labor.

Does this sound like the correct fix for my problem or am i getting screwed? i'm not too familiar with the braking system.

did they bleed te brakes when they changed the pads?
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Old 06-20-2002, 08:46 AM
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did they bleed te brakes when they changed the pads?
That's exactly what I was going to ask. Bleeding the brakes - $5 for brake fluid.
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Old 06-20-2002, 08:47 AM
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not sure, but i will ask when i go back there tomorrow. i have driven about 3000 miles after they installed the pads......
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thanx for the replies, it seems like those bastards always try to rip me off everytime i bring my car in....
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if it wasn't a problem before you went in, and it was after, then they didn't properly bleed 'em.
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if you have a garage i personally suggest in investing in some socket and wrenches, a hydraulic lift..... you can change the oil yourself, even the brakes. on a civic they are extremely easy to do. and we are always here to help you took me 40 minutes to change mine.... but i think one of the calipers has gone bad
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The Honda dealer told me my master cylinder wa sgoing bad about 80,000 miles ago. I had some slop in the pedal but then i changed the rear pads and the slop disappeared. So, they were just trying to get to me to buy a new master cylinder. Bastards
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