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• I'm back and happy
  Historical mailing list - Chris Smith
  Thu, 27 Jul 2000 08:00:03 -0500
  ...Plus in the 2 weeks or so since it happened, the level hasn't dropped at all. It must be those damn brake fluid...
• brakes
  Historical mailing list - Dan Erlandson
  Sat, 7 Jun 2003 13:13:15 -0400
  ...the flow of fluid when the van isn't level. 4. What is the consensus on adjusting the rear brakes? adjust them close and...
• Stupid Bus/Van tricks
  Historical mailing list - Gregory Mitch Daughtry
  Fri, 18 Oct 1996 08:27:00 -0400
  ...I didn't realize it till a few months later, when I start wondering how to check the brake fluid levels (which the dealer...
• Re: Brake warning light flickering
  Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
  Sun, 18 Dec 2011 18:30:09 -0800
  ...Wednesday, December 7, 2011, 3:14 PM Start by checking the brake fluid level. Dennis -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry...
• Re: Brake failure
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sat, 14 Jun 2014 17:29:39 -0700
  ...to pump brakes several times while downshifting to first to a stop. > > Have checked brake fluid resovorior and at correct level. > > Any suggestions ??? > > Bob
• Re: Clutch/Shifting issue?
  Historical mailing list - ralph meyermann
  Mon, 25 Jul 2011 14:53:42 -0600
  ...Thot it was low brake fluid so fudged my way home & topped off resevoir which was only down 1/2" +-. Depressed clutch & brake several...
• Dragging Brakes
  Historical mailing list - BRENT CHRISTENSEN
  Thu, 16 Mar 2000 09:42:02 -0800
  ...fluid. What on earth could be causing *all four* of the brakes to drag?? (in addition to pulling to port on flat level ground...
• Re: Brakes
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Wed, 16 May 2007 10:26:00 -0400
  It is probably the Brake Master Cylinder. Check your fluid level and if it is full then it is definitely the Brake MC. If...
• Aggravating problems
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 10 May 2002 22:48:28 -0500
  ...Also, brake fluid leaking profusely under dash. Brake pedal requires constant pumping up. Bad brake master cylinder I'll bet. How tough to replace...
• Re: Pedal to the metal
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 21 Nov 2005 23:49:35 -0600
  ...Checked the fluid level and noticed it was low, low enough to take a small bottle of brake fluid. Pumped up the brake peddle...
• Re: Electrical gremlin dash brake light
  Historical mailing list - Neil
  Sun, 25 Apr 2021 11:33:30 -0700
  ...a fault at hand brake switch operation and something like a low brake fluid level causing the brake warning light module to do its...
• Re: bad fit brake switches
  Historical mailing list - sailingfc dslextreme.com
  Mon, 20 Jul 2015 20:08:58 -0400
  ...VW deleted the hydraulic failure warning beginning with 85 vans and added a fluid level switch to the brake reservoir cap instead. Peter knows...
• Re: random brake light
  Historical mailing list - db25
  Mon, 30 Nov 1998 11:35:00 EST
  ...the fluid level in your master cylinder? If that checks out O.K. then you may have trouble with your parking brake switch. Just...
• Re: floppy clutch, unable to shift when the engine is on
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Sun, 8 Jan 2012 13:46:05 -0500
  Check your brake fluid level. If low, refill and check for leaks at clutch slave cylinder. Otherwise, it might be time for a new...
• Re: Soft Brake Pedal Pressure after driving with Emergency brake on.
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Wed, 21 Mar 2012 10:53:22 -0600
  ...brake > pressure on the pedal sank a bit. > > What happened and how do I resolve this? > > I have not checked my brake fluid level...
• Master Cylinder Reservoir Cap Vent: @ Electrical Connection?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 12 Sep 2012 13:59:23 -0700
  ...I plugged 2 holes, blew in, air came out of the brake fluid level electrical connection Forgive me if this is mentioned in the...
• Re: HELP CALL : clutch issue on the road?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Tue, 20 Mar 2007 19:22:06 -0400
  ...has he checked the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir? (that reservoir supplies fluid for both brake and clutch and, if low...
• Re: Brake system overview
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 15 May 2006 21:02:34 -0400
  ...Brake system overview Still trying to bleed my brakes, and getting no, or very little fluid from the front calipers. See my original message...
• Re: Brakes still going to the floor
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Sat, 24 Oct 2009 22:05:05 -0400
  ...your reservoir for fluid level and re-bleed. I'd guess you > let some air into the brake lines. Bleeding brakes takes some > meticulous...
• Re: ELECTRICAL: need help diagnosing non-working brake/backup lights
  Historical mailing list - Dug Smith
  Sat, 11 Oct 2014 08:52:01 -0700
  ...The parking brake still caused the warning light to... um, light, and I didn't drain the fluid to check that still worked :o...
• Re: Brake Light Switch?
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 10 Oct 2001 08:34:48 +0000
  ...included low brake fluid, old > brake fluid causing corrosion on switches, improper grounding, and poor > continuity in the wiring. > > Brake fulid level is fine...
• Re: Brakes still going to the floor
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 24 Oct 2009 06:30:32 -0700
  Re-check your reservoir for fluid level and re-bleed. I'd guess you let some air into the brake lines. Bleeding brakes takes...
• Re: Brake master cylinder Vs Clutch master cylinder Vs Slave clutch cylinder?
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Fri, 12 Dec 2014 09:22:48 -0500
  ...2) clutch master cylinder (takes its fluid feed from the brake master)--> This one feeds the slave cylinder atop the manual transmission. Any of...
• Clutch weirdness 84 standard trans ?
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 16 Jan 2008 15:33:25 -0800
  ...What the --? I have fresh brake fluid..a month or two old. I have the proper level. My brake master cylinder is relativly new...
• Re: AT Fluid Burping out of ATF Dip Stick Tube? Causes Trans Malfunction, 88 Auto
  Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
  Thu, 20 Jul 2006 23:27:38 -0400
  ...Then the fluid level will be too low > possible causing the trans to slip along with aerating the fluid and > making a lot of...
• Re: speedbleeders? anybody use'em
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 11 Nov 2002 21:12:17 -0600
  Make your own speed bleeder. #1) get empty 12oz brake fluid container. #2) Hold it upside down (screw on top down towards ground), dill...
• Re: clutch takeup
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Fri, 26 Jun 2015 05:39:31 +0000
  ...If there is an actual change begin by checking the clutch-brake fluid level. The clutch system losing fluid will allow the pedal to...
• Re: Clutch/Shifting issue?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 25 Jul 2011 15:07:02 -0700
  ...Thot it was low brake fluid >> so fudged my way home & topped off resevoir which was only down 1/2" +-. >> Depressed clutch & brake several...
• Re: Brake failure
  Historical mailing list - Mike B
  Sat, 14 Jun 2014 19:54:05 -0400
  ...to pump brakes several times while downshifting to first to a stop. >> >> Have checked brake fluid resovorior and at correct level. >> >> Any suggestions ??? >> >> Bob...
• Re: those bleeding questions again
  Historical mailing list - Doug in Calif
  Thu, 13 May 2004 10:07:21 -0700
  ...has a cap that screws right on the brake clutch fluid res and pressurizes the fluid. Just keep the level up and go back...
• Re: Brake system overview
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 29 May 2006 21:30:22 -0400
  ...You should see the fluid >level in the reservoir drop slightly as the Master sucks it in. Again, >open bleeder, depress pedal, close bleeder...
• Re: Replacing the master cylider
  Historical mailing list - Jim Johnston
  Fri, 9 May 2008 13:14:05 -0400
  ...Watch the fluid level in the plastic tank to ensure continuous level of brake fluid and not introduce air to the circutit. ====== So at...
• Re: AT Fluid Burping out of ATF Dip Stick Tube? Causes Trans Malfunction, 88 Auto
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 20 Jul 2006 23:18:24 -0400
  ...Then the fluid level will be too low possible causing the trans to slip along with aerating the fluid and making a lot of...
• Re: Master Brake Cylinder Install
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Sat, 2 Sep 2006 21:18:30 -0700
  ...Watch the fluid level in the plastic tank to ensure continuous level of brake fluid and not introduce air to the circutit. ====== So at...
• Repairing Clutch's Slave Cylinder
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Pham
  Mon, 22 Nov 1999 15:00:36 -0800
  ...I checked the fluid reservoir, the fluid level was okay. the brake is working fine. I checked the clutch's master cylinder, and it...
• Re: Eric Caron is on the road!
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 24 Jun 2013 10:05:29 -0600
  ...the hand brake the light activates when fluid drops > in the reservoir; but not for a pressure imbalance between the two > brake systems. To...
• Re: Big brake conversion
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Sun, 12 Jul 2009 23:22:22 -0700
  ...That is > why they have little effect on brake fluid level as they > wear. They have to > be turned and pushed in to reset...
• Re: Brake master cyclinder replacement procedures (LONG)
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Mon, 17 Jul 2006 19:43:33 -0700
  ...Watch the fluid level in the plastic tank to ensure continuous level of brake fluid and not introduce air to the circutit. ====== So at...
• Re: Still can't bleed Brake system
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Sun, 21 May 2006 12:31:11 -0400
  ...The left front >>>caliper was pretty soaked w/ brake fluid, though not much in the tube on >>>the bleeder. Fluid seemed to be seeping...
• Re: Master Cylinder - Help!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 16 Jul 2008 16:55:04 -0700
  ...I fill the reservoir and pump the pedal - the reservoir stays at the same level and there is no brake resistance. Any ideas? Please...
• Re: Aggravating problems
  Historical mailing list - il cikaspers
  Fri, 10 May 2002 20:52:34 -0700
  ...plugs and ignition wires. > >Also, brake fluid leaking profusely under dash. Brake pedal requires >constant pumping up. Bad brake master cylinder I'll bet...
• Automatic Transmission Diagnosis- HELP!
  Historical mailing list - R.Joseph Murphy
  Fri, 24 Sep 1999 15:46:38 -0700
  ...differencial level - ok atf fluid level - ok tried adjusting the 2nd gear band - not much difference I'm thinking 2nd gear brake band piston...
• Re: AT Fluid Burping out of ATF Dip Stick Tube? Causes Trans Malfunction, 88 Auto
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 20 Jul 2006 23:21:09 -0400
  ...Then the fluid level will be too low > possible causing the trans to slip along with aerating the fluid and > making a lot of...
• Help: Auto tranny skips 2nd
  Historical mailing list - Greg Obermier
  Tue, 12 Oct 1999 18:04:04 -0500
  ...Any ideas on what may be causing this? Fluid level OK, doesn't smell burnt, and no visible leaks. Dug through the Bentley and...
• Re: Instructions for trans mount and master brake cylinder
  Historical mailing list - Jim Johnston
  Thu, 10 Sep 2009 08:26:40 -0400
  ...Watch the fluid level in the plastic tank to ensure continuous level of brake fluid and not introduce air to the circutit. ====== So at...
• Re: BACK HOME SAFE! (VANAGON OVERHEATING!)
  Historical mailing list - PB
  Sun, 21 Apr 2013 21:07:11 -0700
  ...somebody' has to check things like fluid levels, if the spare is flat, > tire pressures, brake fluid level, battery water .. > all those sorts of...
• Fwd: Brake master cyclinder replacement procedures (LONG)
  Historical mailing list - Jim Johnston
  Fri, 9 May 2008 13:13:11 -0400
  ...Watch the fluid level in the plastic tank to ensure continuous level of brake fluid and not introduce air to the circutit. ====== So at...
• Re: Brake question......
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 25 Jun 2010 22:32:05 -0700
  ...Brake fluid has a very very high boiling point but it also >> loves >> >> moisture...So over time your brake fluid will absorb a small...
• Re: Weird going-ons!
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 6 Sep 2023 17:30:25 -0400
  ...If your brake fluid level has not changed and the brakes are working normally then let’s hope it is an electrical ground issue...
• Brake Bleeding, here I go again
  Historical mailing list
  10 Jan 97 13:36:52 PST
  Well, with the posts earlier this week about DOT 3 versus DOT 4 brake fluid, I checked what I had been using. DOT 3...
• Re: Still can't bleed Brake system
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Sat, 27 May 2006 21:58:10 -0400
  ...The left front >>>>caliper was pretty soaked w/ brake fluid, though not much in the tube on >>>>the bleeder. Fluid seemed to be seeping...
• obvious always first - shifter problem solved!
  Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
  Mon, 6 Mar 2006 15:20:32 -0500
  ...any issues losing brake fluid and it's the only change I can think of that may have changed the level...I don't...
• Still can't bleed Brake system
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Thu, 18 May 2006 21:57:42 -0400
  ...The left front caliper was pretty soaked w/ brake fluid, though not much in the tube on the bleeder. Fluid seemed to be seeping...
• Re: Replacing the master cylider - In Bentley?
  Historical mailing list - BJ Feddish
  Fri, 9 May 2008 13:29:17 -0400
  ...Watch the fluid level in the plastic tank to ensure continuous level of brake fluid and not introduce air to the circutit. ====== So at...
• Dragging brakes
  Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
  Thu, 16 Mar 2000 20:08:03 -0800
  ...fluid. What on earth could be causing *all four* of the brakes to drag?? (in addition to pulling to port on flat level ground...
• ATF levels
  Historical mailing list - Seastoner
  Mon, 16 Sep 1996 03:41:05 +0000
  ...I drove the van about fifteen miles, had it on level ground, and was running the engine in park with the parking brake fully...
• Re: Brake pedal goes to the floor
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 27 Apr 2013 00:24:37 -0400
  ...You would be surprised how much brake fluid can be absorbed by the rear shoes before a leak is obvious. Dennis -----Original Message----- From...
• Re: What's wrong with my brakes?
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Sun, 7 Mar 2010 17:39:03 -0800
  ...I can pump and pump and pump and the level doesn't go down at all in the container on the top.� I will...
• Re: Clutch Master Cylinder Installation Q:'s
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Sat, 11 May 2002 08:23:25 -0600
  ...was drain enough fluid from the > reservoir on the brake master cylinder to go below the clutch master > cylinder line level. - I syphoned it...
• Viscous Coupling Fluid info
  Historical mailing list - Todd Francis
  Fri, 20 Dec 1996 11:18:43 -0800
  ...There was talk of being able to use brake fluid. I would doubt brake fluid has the characteristics shown on this chart. The wanted...