How To Fix a Spongy Brake Pedal Chevy Truck
In truth, this is a video about how to replace and bleed a master cylinder on a C1500, 1990 5.7L to be specific. However, I do have information on how you can solve a spongy brake pedal on one of these trucks by replacing the master cylinder and booster with parts from a later model truck. Here are those part #’s Master Cylinder: M390259 Booster: 5471046 Direct Links Master Cylinder: https://www.amazon.com/Dorman-M390259-Brake-Master-Cylinder/dp/B001PYRLAM Booster: https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/brakebest-brakes-4474/brake-systems-16456/brake-hydraulics-16513/power-brake-booster-11301/power-brake-booster/5471046/4567555 The best place for answers to your automotive questions: http://www.ericthecarguy.com Check out the ETCG Blog for the latest info: https://www.ericthecarguy.com/blog Check out my ETCG1 channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ETCG1 Thanks for watching! Camera: Derek Sims & Eric Cook Discussion about this video: https://www.ericthecarguy.com/kunena/18-The-EricTheCarGuy-Video-Forum/69816-how-to-fix-a-spongy-brake-pedal-chevy-truck Links Line Wrenches: https://store.snapon.com/Open-End-and-Flare-Nut-mm-5pc-6-Point-Open-End-Flare-Nut-Metric-Wrench-Set-10-mm-14-mm--P630777.aspx Plastic Plugs: https://parts.cat.com/en/catcorp/shop-supplies/caps-and-plugs/9U-7075 Silicone Spray: https://www.wd40specialist.com/products/silicone-lubricant/ Zep Brake Cleaner: http://www.drillspot.com/products/643623/zep_r18935_brake_wash_solution Zep Brake Cleaner Sprayer: http://www.apmengineparts.com/829801.html Master Cylinder Bleeding Tool: https://www.jbtoolsales.com/thexton-804-master-cylinder-bleeder-kit#oid=1002_1 Related Videos ETCG Gets a Truck: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5cblScHKnHc&t=33s What Should I Do With Dad’s Truck?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JmK91jdOwcc&t=10s Changing Transmission Fluid Full Sized RWD GM: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pmp_CTX5jsE 5.7L Water Pump Replacement (Part 1): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trhJrE1I3kk&t=18s 5.7L Water Pump Replacement (Part 2): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kElUsAPkoA How To Bleed Brakes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5O_pbC8R2E&t=6s How To Replace a Wheel Cylinder: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8k5GfTpZr4 1999 Chevy Tahoe Rear Brake Shoe Replacement (Part 1): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=195JUby2Uy4 1999 Chevy Tahoe Rear Brake Shoe Replacement (Part 2): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D6I9HtUC_hM How To Deal With a Spongy Brake Pedal (Honda): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIQIBLGoZJ4&t=1s **Answers to your automotive questions found here: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/faq Social Network Links Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EricTheCarGuy?fref=ts Twitter: https://twitter.com/EricTheCarGuy Google+: https://plus.google.com/100195180196698058780/posts Instagram: http://instagram.com/ericthecarguy Wanna see more stuff like this from ETCG? Information on Premium Membership: https://www.ericthecarguy.com/premium-content-streaming-etcg-content Stay Dirty ETCG Due to factors beyond the control of EricTheCarGuy, it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. EricTheCarGuy assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. EricTheCarGuy recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of EricTheCarGuy, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not EricTheCarGuy®.
