Hey guys,

What are some problems that might arise from having air in the brake system and not having it bled?

 

Less stopping force. The fluid is more dense than the air and does not compress as easily.

 

Would less stopping force be the only problem or can problems arise where parts need to be replaced due to not having the brake system bled?

 

Yeah it could cause you to crash if you arent aware of how much distance you need. Why wont you bleed it? Its not hard.

 

Because I didn't have a jack, but maybe it's time to invest in one.

 

Take it to a local garage and have them bleed it. Your life > A few dollars

 

You should get that fix like today!

 

Yea imagine having to slam the brakes but an air pocket happens to pass through at that moment.... not good. You aint got time to be pumping the brakes.

 

No parts will be damaged but the air in getting to the wrong place may cause you to damage your car if you plow into something/someone.

 

besides poor braking performance, air in the system invites condensation which causes corrosion. brake fluid also transfers heat throughout the system which air pockets prevent. This reduces braking performance because the smaller pockets of fluid are being pushed to or beyond their boiling point.

...just get it done and save yourself and maybe someone else from being hurt. simple, two person, DIY or a piece of cake with a bleeder. if you really want to do the right thing, change the brake fluid while you're at it...probably the best $20 you can spend for the most overlooked maintenance item on most cars.

 

Question is how did you get air in the lines. Run it low on fluid...took it in thru the brake cylinder? Removed a brake line. That's the only way I know to do it.

 

Brakes not properly bled could get you dead! What would you do if you rolled up to a busy intersection and had zero pedal? Get them bled ASAP!
Gary

 

I can't believe u asked that question!! Maybe u should be riding a horse or something.. haha

 

+1 Gary... OP, having air in the brakes usually has signs a driver having to press on the brake pedals all the down to the floor. Get the brakes bleed, since it is a liability for yourself and others on the road....

 

Or if there is too much air in lets say the front right brake and he needs to stop asap, only the left brake will work 100% and the right one is gimped and the car can get squirly and pull real hard.