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Old Feb 8, 2014 | 06:29 AM
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Brakes pedal hard when cold

Any suggestions as to why when cold (below 15*f) at start up and first braking my pedal is super hard to push and truck does not want to stop. After the first stop or if I push-release and push again it softens up and acts normal. Only does it when really cold and at first braking.
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Old Feb 15, 2014 | 04:29 PM
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Vacuum problem in the boost cylinder. The seal gets hard and leaks air. A booster works by developing a negative pressure, using vacuum from the engine, to assist. This makes the pedal feel softer so to speak. Simple solution is to pump the brakes a couple of times after you start before driving.
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Old Feb 25, 2014 | 09:00 AM
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I could also be that your brakes are freezing over night. I know mine have been freezing up lately and so I just have to remember to test the brakes before getting on the road.
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