Revision question · Braking systems

On a hydraulic braking system, which fluid-level fault could be associated with excessive brake-pedal travel?

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There's too much fluid in the braking system

The pedal travel requires adjustment

The vacuum exhauster isn't working

There isn't enough fluid in the braking system

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There isn't enough fluid in the braking systemThis was the right answer

Insufficient fluid can be one cause of excessive travel; other hydraulic or adjustment faults can also cause it. Report the symptom and have the system checked before driving. Topping up without finding the cause is not a repair.

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Have excessive hydraulic pedal travel investigatedReviewed guidance summary · The scoped fluid-level question no longer competes with an adjustment diagnosis.

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