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2012 Toyota Tundra - Brakes not working properly

Discussion in '2nd Gen Tundras (2007-2013)' started by lramsey, Apr 29, 2021.

  1. Apr 29, 2021 at 3:30 PM
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    lramsey

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    When I press the brakes the car gradually comes to a stop. I have checked the following:
    1. Brake fluid
    2. Had brakes flushed
    3. Brake pads are good
    4. No leaks around master cylinder.
    All the above have check out good!!!

    Still it seems that if I slam on the brakes to a bit for it to kick in to come to a complete stop. Anyone seen this before???
     
  2. Apr 29, 2021 at 3:38 PM
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    Flex lines at the calipers may have gotten spongy.
     
  3. Apr 29, 2021 at 4:54 PM
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    Is there a way to troubleshoot?
     
  4. Apr 29, 2021 at 6:57 PM
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    Look and feel for soft spots. Have someone press the brake pedal and inspect while they have pressure.
     
  5. Apr 29, 2021 at 7:34 PM
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    2turbz

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    Caliper piston could be stuck too if you exhausted easier options. Helped my friend with his 11' 4runner that had a stuck rear caliper piston but he didn't really notice decreased braking performance i don't think.
     
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  6. Apr 29, 2021 at 9:52 PM
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    I had a 4runner that did this too, right front caliper.
     
  7. Apr 30, 2021 at 6:54 AM
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    Check your hose for damage. You could be loosing a bit of vacuum, causing this problem. Or your brake booster is going out. With less or no vacuum your brakes will take a bit to really bite down. Here is a link to help you test yours. https://www.carparts.com/blog/bad-brake-booster-symptoms/
     

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