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Brake Pedal Excessive Travel for Chevrolet Trans Sport (Export) 1998

Causes

Corrections

Air in the brake system

Bleed the brake system.

Improper rear brake adjustment

Adjust the rear brake linings.

Leaking brake pipe/connection

Locate and fix the brake pipe/connection.

Leaking caliper piston seal

Replace the caliper piston seal.

Leaking master cylinder (internally)

Repair/replace the master cylinder.

Leaking rear wheel cylinder

Repair/replace the rear wheel cylinder.

Leaking proportioning valve

Replace the proportioning valve.

Contaminated/improper brake fluid

Flush the brake system and repair affected brake components.

Uneven lining material

Replace the linings as an axle set.

Front and/or rear brake assembly attachment loose

Locate and tighten loose brake components.

Excessive vehicle loading

See tire placard for vehicle capacity specification.