Brake Pedal is Stiff to Push Inspection Service at
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Why is the Brake Pedal Stiff / Hard To Push 

The brake pedal allows you to have full control of the pressure that is applied to drive the brake when slowing down your car. However, the pedal may become stiff and difficult to apply. This may not necessary impede vehicular operation, but you want a hassle-free driving. So hiring a mechanic to inspect this problem is what you want.

The Brake System:
The brake system in modern cars is assisted by a brake booster for increased vacuum. A vacuum diaphragm helps to multiply the amount of force applied to the brake pedal, allowing you to control the brakes easier and faster. On depressing the brake pedal, the vacuum source is sealed off. This makes it possible for atmospheric pressure to enter the vacuum diaphragm in one side, causing the master cylinder pistons to apply the brakes. Once the foot is removed from the pedal, diaphragm vacuum is restored to both sides, and the master cylinder pistons assume their default position.

Note:

– The entire brake system will cease to operate with no anti-lock control if one ABS speed sensor fails. Your mechanic will usually be able to identify which, and how many sensors have failed after diagnosing the system.

– The Anti-lock brake system light automatically turns on and stays lit when the car’s ABS sensor fails.

– Losing the functionalities of your ABS system makes steering overly difficult, especially in emergency situations where brakes might be locked up and stopping distance increased.