theofischer20
Boxer low brake fluid spongy pedal
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The 2021 Peugeot Boxer electric with 171,487 km is experiencing low brake fluid and a spongy brake pedal. Initial inspection revealed no obvious leaks, leading to concerns about worn brakes or other components. The issue was diagnosed as severely worn front brake pads and rotors, along with contaminated brake fluid. The solution involved replacing the worn parts and performing a complete brake fluid flush.
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theofischer20 (community.author)
The brake pedal feels somewhat spongy, and there's a noticeable delay in the braking response. Considering your past experience, would you recommend a complete brake fluid replacement with the inspection, or address the potential brake wear issue first and then reassess the fluid condition?
finnweber9
Spongy is bad. I'd say just take it straight to a shop and get a proper diagnosis, hydraulic brakes are pretty complicated and important. Sounds like the fluid is probably contaminated, but better safe than sorry! They'll check everything over, brake lines and all.
theofischer20 (community.author)
Took the Boxer to a certified Peugeot service center. Front brake pads and rotors were severely worn, which, with contaminated brake fluid, was causing the symptoms. Total repair cost, including parts, labor, and a complete brake fluid flush, came to 480€.
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finnweber9
Whoa, strange brake pedal feel is never good! Low fluid with that kind of mileage on your Boxer, yeah, could be the brakes. My old beater did the same thing last year, scared the pants off me! I ended up almost rear-ending someone at a stop light because the pedal went straight to the floor. Get a brake inspection ASAP; could be dangerous. Was the brake feel spongy or more hard-to-press?