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Brake problem 06 Tacoma

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Hello, I have a 2006 Tacoma and recently started to have some low pedal. I thought it was in need of some brake pads, so I got new pads and new rotor. When disassemble the front brakes, the pads were in pretty good shape and so was the rotors. Anyway I replaced them both and after everything was done, the low pedal feel was still there. I never opened a bleeder valve, so there couldnt have been any air trapped but after several stormbraining ideas, we decided to bleed the system. All four corners came out clean, no air and with pressure, but the pedal still goes down. Now I noticed like the ABS module is purging inside. I dont want to have to purchase a module and not been the problem, but I dont think the master cylinder is the problem either since its putting enough pressure out and no air whatsoever. If anyone has had this experience and can help out, I would greatly appreciate it.

Again to recap:
1. bleeded system
2. system has pressure
3. pedal still goes down
4. no leaks, rear cylinders and front calipers dry
5. purging sound at ABS module when pedal pressed

Thanks again.

PS-truck is already out of warranty
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Welcome to TN!

If you pump the brakes does it become harder? Or does it stay soft?
if I pump the brakes with the ign off (no vacuum assist) the pedal does get harder and firmer, as soon as I start the engine, the pedal goes soft and goes to the floor.
if I pump the brakes with the ign off (no vacuum assist) the pedal does get harder and firmer, as soon as I start the engine, the pedal goes soft and goes to the floor.
Maybe you have too much vacuum? (Just trying to think out side the box)
But you may want to check your vacuum pressure.

If you drive your truck does it actually still have brakes? Just soft pedal?
I can check, but never encountered such a problem :)
I'll PM you a link. It has the repair manual!:thumbup:
thanks for the link! I will check the rear drums, that is one we didnt look at.
is the noise on the abs module normal....its like a purging sound.
I'll PM you a link. It has the repair manual!:thumbup:
Would that be for the WHOLE truck? If so I'm interested in this link...:naughty:
Would that be for the WHOLE truck? If so I'm interested in this link...:naughty:
You got it man!:thumbup::thumbup:
I got squishy pedals too, and had the abs kick in a few times, i replaced the rubber lines with SS ones and the squishiness is gone, and pumping the pedal while running makes it rock hard now after the first pump. Just remember to bleed the brakes, after the switch. It's also a nice improvement
Adjust the rear brakes!!!!
As I understand it, using the parking brake is supposed to keep the drums adjusted. I could be wrong tho, not the first time, won't be the last :rolleyes:
Nope, on our trucks the rear brake auto-adjuster works when you brake in reverse.
Also, when you say "the pedal goes to the floor", how hard are you pressing? With normal pressure, my pedal depresses about half way, but if I stand on it hard, I can make it go to the floor. I think the "hiss" sound when you push the pedal is normal too, if that's the noise you're referring to. Like another post said, the rubber brake lines seem to be the main culprit for the squishy pedal.
I'll PM you a link. It has the repair manual!:thumbup:


yo me tooo:naughty:
Originally Posted by toku58
I'll PM you a link. It has the repair manual!:thumbup:
yo me tooo:naughty:
me 3
I have also had a VERY soft pedal. I can't believe this is "normal" for this vehicle. If I push hard enough it will go to the floor but even under "normal" braking it is WAY to soft. The first time I brought this issue up to my Toyota dealership the guy said it was normal so I didn't do anything about it. That was 4 months ago. Today I took my truck back in for an oil change and the same guy that helped me before said he almost ran into the bay door trying to stop. He had another person look at the brakes and now they say it needs a new master cylinder (to the tune of $500 parts/labor). It deffinately isn't right being that soft.

BTW, I would also like the link for the manual if it is still available. Thanks!
Would that be for the WHOLE truck? If so I'm interested in this link...:naughty:
Me too please!
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