What Causes a Hard Brake Pedal in Trucks?

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VanXavier
07/25/25 7:57am
The reasons for a hard brake pedal in trucks are: 1. Vacuum booster pump leakage or failure: The brake loses its assist, making it difficult for the driver to press down; 2. Braking after engine shutdown: This is related to the brake booster pump, which only generates vacuum when the engine is running. When the engine is off, it relies solely on the residual vacuum assist. The solutions for a hard brake pedal in trucks are: 1. Restart the engine; 2. Try pressing the brake pedal firmly to restart; 3. Once the engine is running, the brake booster pump will resume operation, and the brake pedal will naturally return to normal.
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