Solutions for Soft Brakes in Camry

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MacAlexander
07/29/25 11:09pm
When discovering soft brakes in a Camry, the following solutions can be applied: 1. Adjust the adjustment screw on the brake pedal: The adjustment screw can modify the travel of the brake pedal, but only slightly. Excessive adjustment may compromise driving safety. 2. Air in the brake fluid, requiring direct bleeding of the brake system: The car's brake pedal is frequently used. If the brake fluid inside is not replaced for a long time, it may deteriorate or contain excessive air bubbles, indicating air in the brake fluid. In this case, the brake system needs to be bled directly. 3. Poor retraction of the brake caliper, necessitating cleaning and lubrication: If the positioning pin of the brake caliper is stuck, it can be concluded that the brake caliper is not retracting properly, leading to soft brakes. Cleaning and lubrication are then required. 4. Internal oil leakage in the master brake cylinder, requiring direct replacement of the brake pump: If the internal rubber components of the brake pump have aged and bleeding the brake system does not resolve the issue, it indicates a problem with the brake pump, which needs to be replaced directly.
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