What is the sound like pumping air when stepping on the brake?

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LeDallas
07/29/25 3:10pm
Brake stepping sounds like pumping air is the sound produced when the vacuum booster pump is working, and this sound is normal. The brake system is an important system in a car, related to the driving stability and safety. The main components of the brake system include the vacuum booster pump, master cylinder, wheel cylinder, brake pads, and brake discs. The vacuum booster pump provides assistance, making it easier for the driver to press the brake pedal. After pressing the brake pedal, the master cylinder pushes the wheel cylinder through brake fluid, which then presses the brake pads against the brake discs, allowing the car to decelerate.
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