2008 Kia Sorento (BL) — Repair Solution

2.5L D4CB 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto · Brake Pedal Hard / Poor Stopping · Brakes & ABS

Kia Sorento (BL) Brake Pedal Hard / Poor Stopping Brakes & ABS Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Kia
Model: Sorento (BL)
Year: 2008
Engine: 2.5L D4CB 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
Kilometres: 210,595
Area: Brakes & ABS
Category: Brake Pedal Hard / Poor Stopping

Customer Complaint

The brake warning light is coming on and the brake pedal feels hard.

Problem Summary

Initial braking feels fine but after a few depressions of the brake pedal, it feels like there is no longer any assistance from the booster.

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Quick Facts

CodeKIABL0827247
Vehicle2008 Kia Sorento (BL)
Engine2.5L D4CB 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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