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[@scottykilmer]

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[@JohnDoe-kb9sj]

Check this out, Scotty; Tesla tried to force a customer to pay $4,500 ransom over 80 miles of range that the company software-locked in his battery pack.

[@girthbrooks5078]

everyday is a bad day for a ford owner.

[@williamrogers.]

..... but which is it???? Army or Marines? Maybe there's a computer for that one? Haha!!!

[@williamrogers.]

Master cylinder.

[@dennyj8650]

@@girthbrooks5078 Not me, haha! My Ford is fine. Of course it's 24 y/o,,,

[@truckinguy92]

I don’t care about the price I would definitely get mine fixed. Brakes are nothing to take a chance on!

[@billynomates920]

💯💯👍

[@kensonferguson9911]

I saw a video on KZbin of a guy who brakes failed on is 1100hp car that sure was a beautiful classic

[@dariush3587]

Look up "brakes fail" on KZbin 😂

[@dekoldrick]

@@kensonferguson9911 That video is an example of why you never neglect your braking system.

[@matteocesa9017]

Yep, brakes and tires are two things you should never cheap out on

[@TheIntrinsicman]

Scotty is so right on point .I had this problem and the bore inside the Master Cylinder was letting fluid by .They fixed it with a new Master Cylinder.

[@original..mrknowitall]

that's probably the same problem to come..found on road dead

[@thullraven1]

@@original..mrknowitall Still better than Bailout takers Chrysler and GM. You know, Fiat Motors (Chrysler) and Garbage Motors (GM). Even Scotty says Ford is better than Chrysler and GM by a longshot.

[@Bellathebear777]

@@original..mrknowitall lol GM Dexcool class action suit. Burned millions of car & truck owners. Hang on, me go see how many included. here it is ONLY 33 MILLION GM cars and trucks included in the Class Action lawsuit. Lol my old boss bought a sedan DeVille with only 33K, I had a Lincoln mark viii with 140K. He asked me to CK it out, as it would slam into gear. GM said Working as Designed " & it was! Lol, he gets in my old mark viii, & puts it into gear. It was so smooth , he didn't think it went from park to drive. Eldorado buyers got shafted too. Those cars were blowing up at 30 k. I made a video at the junkyard, a lonnnnng line of Eldorados, nice paint, nice interiors, none of them were wrecked, they All had Blown motors. Rust all over the heads...GM never payed back they're bailout. Yes there's some ford vehicles I don't care for. But I could still., Make em get down the highway safely, & for a fraction of GM garbage motors. Jus sayin. If you like GM, May I suggest the cattlecrack Eldorado, or Sedan duhville. If your low on cash, find an old Lincoln. If it's slammed due to worn bags,. No worries, it's an ez fix for the average Joe.

[@beefybuttercup2978]

You should make a video about this

[@dennyj8650]

Check out the new one too before install - I once bought one casted defectively, leaked at the top seal.

[@garylangley4502]

I just checked on Rock Auto, because they have an easy to use website, and a new Motorcraft master cylinder is $110. A new Motorcraft power brake booster is $215, and a Cardone rebuilt one is $175. Pretty low prices for such a new car. That's one thing about having a popular car, parts tend to be cheap.

[@Luke_MoonWalker]

American and Japanese cars always have cheap parts.

[@sp-yj5wr]

Brake fluid stops working after 5yrs or 60K, sticking seals and components. Mechanics usually don't change fluid when doing a brake job. Change all of the brake fluid....could be that easy.

[@ghostkiller427]

@@sp-yj5wr used to work at a shop, we always recommend a brake flush every time they replace their brakes and rotors. Very convenient yet the vehicle handles better

[@DoctorRickSanchez]

@@Luke_MoonWalker _American parts yeah but not Japanese parts._

[@ayden1024]

I can't believe I've been missing out on Scotty for so long. The man is a national treasure. :)

[@Thedreaminthemyst]

Scotty IS a millionaire and he is still sharing his knowledge. He rocks!

[@billbryant9995]

I also have a 2015 Ford Mustang V6 with the exact same problem. I haven't fixed it because it usually works fine, but if I sit idling at a dead stop in traffic it gets a little dicy. Feels like the brake booster for sure! Once I get moving and it builds a little air pressure it works fine again. Will replace the booster one of these days, or trade the car in. 100,000 miles with no other problems, and I love the V6.

[@swagger897]

you can also see if it's the booster if you can hear an air leak down by your feet.

[@sp-yj5wr]

Brake fluid stops working after 5yrs or 60K, sticking seals and components. Change all of the brake fluid....could be that easy.

[@dos1763]

@@sp-yj5wr to say brake fluid just stops working after 5 years is complete nonsense

[@frankmartin8471]

@@dos1763 It depends on how hygroscopic the brake fluid is. Water contamination can make brake fluid useless because it can boil under heavy use, and freeze in Winter. There's a reason brake fluid needs to be changed.

[@MonteD1]

The fact that Scotty is a millionaire and still makes videos for normal people is pretty cool.

[@BobSebring]

This sure brought back memories for me when I use to drive my parents 1972 Ford Galaxy. The brakes were so bad that I would have to judge the distance to the stop sign and approach it slowly enough to where I could get the car to stop at the stop sign. Even had to shift to a lower gear to slow the car down. Crazy!

[@petej.8676]

I had a 73 LTD lime green.brakes to the floor....it ate master cylinders as habit! ✌️

[@timewa851]

@@petej.8676 bad brakes? '71 metallic green/vinyl top LTD checking in. Always solid stopper. Had to be, it'd do 130+. Yay Classic Ford ! 400 cubic inches, C-6 trans, get outta muh' way !

[@BobSebring]

@@petej.8676 Funny, my parents car was a dark green. My brother and me called it the narkmobile because everytime your on the freeway at night people see your headlights and think it's a cop, so they always slow down around you.

[@Bellathebear777]

@@timewa851 No doubt. I've never heard about those cars eating up master cylinders. My Dad & bro Ford mechanics, Most everyone we knew had a Ford, back then. Never had a problem. I love those Mark Viiis! Find one with the bags slammed. Ez to replace. 181.1 Stock at Bonneville. CK it out. 🙏💕💪✌️. I loved mine. Drives like butter...... reliable & 30 mpg highway, @ 70. Not 140. ✌️

[@senna138]

I have a 66 galaxie 500 2 door hardtop with 72 Ltd front disc brakes, un boosted. Smoothest brakes I've ever had..

[@tylerh598]

Those aluminum ABS actuators can cause that “internal leakage” as well if they are defective or broken. Nissan had a huge campaign to replace them when I worked for the dealer just a couple of years ago.

[@brandonlee8400]

IIRC Ford Edge has this exact same problem, not the booster or master cylinder.

[@scottreed991]

Pine Hollow Auto Diagnostics has an excellent video on how to determine if it's the master cylinder or the actuators.

[@markcole6475]

That’s where Scotty said it didn’t appear to be a leaky HCU…no codes , but that doesn’t always mean it’s not a leaky dump valve. I would suspects a leaky dump valve if someone recently had the brake system opened up and bleed the brakes to get crud into the HCU.

[@aidenmonkeynat6024]

I could see that or possibly a bad master but no way a bad booster

[@MCH721]

Got this same exact car, taking good care of it and never pushing it. Works great at 108k but got that brake recall recently too

[@davidclemens1578]

You remind me I did get a recall for my 2015.

[@Leoh1]

why do you have a mustang and not push it??

[@FA-sr6lx]

@@Leoh1 LOL. Because some people just want a cool car to cruise

[@WhittyPics]

We need more honest mechanics like Scotty

[@7ohnnypedro203]

like scotty says techs dont get paid enough so instead of taking time on a certain problem they do it quick the more they do they more they get paid

[@MarkGelderland]

🤣😂🤣

[@keithleeuwen877]

@@7ohnnypedro203 SUXX !

[@tookapaxkmk7963]

i loved my ‘18 10speed ecoboost. had it for about a year n some change & then traded it in for a ‘17 gt 6speed. both awesome cars & have my respect

[@hodaboy1]

what a timely video.. I have a 2021 mustang and the brakes grab at low speed stops.. glad to know that I can a scan tool hooked up to see what the problem is. It grabbed from the very first day I picked it up with only five miles on it. Nice to know Ford has a way to check and see if the antilock system is off.

[@minnesotatomcat]

I don’t care how many turbos you put on it, nobody wants a 4 cylinder mustang. If you’re gonna pile your mustang into a crowd of onlookers you want a damn v8 🤣

[@CJColvin]

Exactly mate and not to mention that these EcoBoost engines won't outlast the Coyote V8 as well.

[@thefinalcalamity3908]

Honestly I don’t care if you have a 4,6,or 8 cylinder engine they all how their ups and down but getting rid of a 6 cylinder for 4 cylinder mustang is one of the only times I don’t like a engine just doesn’t fit a mustang

[@katharineanne7397]

I have absolutely no interest in cars, yet I can't stop watching Scotty and his videos! Love this guy!

[@sonicportal7375]

Same! Even when I have no idea what he’s talking about with an engine or something, it’s still entertaining because of his gesticulating and dynamic voices 😂

[@utgproductions3850]

My 2017 F150 was recalled for a brake master cylinder leaking internally into the brake booster and they replaced the brake master cylinder for free. I wouldn't be surprised if it was one of a bad batch and gets recalled.

[@moodiblues2]

Scotty, I have had forty cars in my life, everything from a Sunbeam Alpine to a Jaguar and three Corvettes and four Thunderbirds. My 2016 Mustang is the best car I’ve ever had. It’s fast, comfortable, nimble and thoroughly dependable. I literally have only had to repair the AC and driver’s window under warranty. Nothing else. I love this car and will buy another when the time comes.

[@erikfritts8240]

I love my s550 model Mustang too I am on my third. Remarkable vehicles but I just don’t trust the dealership mechanics anymore.

[@moodiblues2]

@@erikfritts8240 I guess I’m a Ford guy. I have a 2002 T-bird (my 4th T-bird) and my Mustang. I also have a beautiful C4 Vette, my third. I think this vette is the most beautiful vette made. They ripped the style off of a Ferrari. I have to exercise my 3 cars weekly or they develop arthritis.

[@erikfritts8240]

@@moodiblues2 I had the entire family in Fords until some horrible dealership debacles but I sympathize. As far as this current Mustang they kept improving and I couldn’t stop salivating. I started with a 4 cyl 2015 and now I’m in a 2019 gen 3 coyote she is brilliant and I love her but my favorite is still my 71 thunderbird.

[@moodiblues2]

@@erikfritts8240 As far as T-birds are concerned my favorites are from 64 to 69. The 71 is probably the most popular version as it sold better than the others. The 70s are too large for my tastes. I bought a 88 new and then the 92. But the 60s are beautiful in and out. I would consider buying one, but I bet parts are hard to get. I’ve had trouble getting new parts for my 2002.

[@erikfritts8240]

@@moodiblues2 I loved the 429 my 71 Tbird had and it was as far as I know the only version with rear suicide doors like that year Lincoln. I loved it. I imagine it is amazingly difficult to get parts for the most recent gen. They made that engine for that car and then abandoned it. I never heard any rumors about why. I like the looks though.

[@appleimacdude]

My mother had a situation after we had been out in my car, came home, had to move the cars around. My mom started her 83 Reliant, and when i looked up from my car she was across the street, up on the concrete wall, and had hit the home across the way slightly - this could have been driver error, but the mechanic also found where the brake booster had been leaking internally, and said that may have caused a runaway condition AND diminished braking - and she had a very short distance to react. I have been concerned that perhaps some of the accidents attributed to driver error on the elderly may actually be parts like this that may wear differently due to the cars no longer being driven daily, and perhaps sitting for a few days or a week at a time - had the car repaired, never had this happen again.

[@Oldman808]

My mother was a terrible driver too.

[@AlbertScar]

Was your mom hammered?

[@russellehrgood9835]

Hi, If this Mustang never had the brakes flushed, I would try that first. Sometimes fresh brakes fluid would resolves this issue and it is not an expensive service.

[@SmokeMyPoll]

New fluid doesn't make a difference, but a brake system with air trapped in it will cause those symptoms and needs to be bled, which requires new fluid to top back up

[@joeyboy3209]

If you wanna save gas and be a hippy, buy a prius. If you want to be a American, buy a reliable and naturally aspirated V8.

[@selfoblivionalex6262]

Lol Americans can't make reliable cars want the best of both world one can't go wrong with a V8 tundra

[@greasypetes]

I had a 68 stang with a 390 4spd. That was a proper muscle car.!!

[@frankhassle9366]

Betcha this one is faster!

[@Bellathebear777]

I love the fastbacks. NICE!!

[@CJColvin]

@@frankhassle9366 Yeah but it'll never have the soul and character as the original Mustangs and that EcoBoost Mustang will never outlast my good ol' 96 Ford F150 with a 5.0L (302) Windsor V8.

[@bill_4359]

that is the Steve McQueen Bullitt model. 1968 w/ 390 V8.

[@frankhassle9366]

@@CJColvin Call me weird, but my favourite era of Mustang is the fox platform. The LX with the 5.0 was arguably one of the last true muscle cars.

[@davezoom2682]

Just look in the master cylinder with someone standing on the brakes , you can usually see fluid coming back into the reservoir .

[@CLake-vu8si]

I’ll bet Scotty knew the problem before he got the expensive diagnostic tool came out. Even after the invention of all the computers the cars still have some basic mechanics that haven’t changed for years.

[@johnmackeymusic]

Scotty is just out here spreading knowledge and saving us all hundreds of thousands of dollars! Thank you for sharing your years of expertise with the world sir!

[@williamtukeyjr3661]

I hate it when the brake sinks. I'd replace it.

[@johneric3886]

Nice work Scotty, you have great communication skills. I hope you and your family are enjoying their summer. I certainly am, doing a lot of bicycle riding and taking on online class

[@chuckwilliams6261]

"He's an ex-army guy," with a Marine tag on the front of his car... Makes me think he really regrets his time in the Army. 😂

[@billbryant9995]

I caught that too. Well, Army guys put Marine stuff on when they want to up the 'cool' factor! (jk)

[@Qu1nt_travels]

Back when I was in, I’ve talked to guys from my unit who switched to the army after getting out. They say they missed the corps more lol

[@BrewBlaster]

You do know the Army and the Marines are different?

[@tylerlogsdon8623]

@@BrewBlaster you didn't understand the joke

[@user-df2uu3qp3y]

@@billbryant9995 the green berets are pretty badass too!

[@wackadizzle]

This guy is completely amazing! Thank you Scotty for your videos they are both informative and comical.

[@pg9112471]

I had one Ford mustang and it just wasn't a good experience when it broke down. I owned a 1990 miata I've driven since 2014 and I still love it. When it brakes down no problem I'm on the road in a day or two fixing it myself. It's been down about five times. 3 Alternators , 1 electrical connector, and a battery. I know I know the mustang I had was a four banger too but even a v8 I don't think would beat the reliability and the smiles per gallon of the miata.

[@sategllib2191]

V8 smiles per gallon would definitely be higher. Miles per gallon not so much

[@GeorgeENorkus]

Scotty, One thing I don't think you mentioned before. Dealers, (I think everyone of them), do want to find a problem so they can rip you off. They tell you they can hook up their fancy diagnostic machine to find the problem. The only bad thing is that they will not hook it up until the person agrees to pay them about $150.00 to do it. They try to convince the car owner that they have to get money back for buying the expensive diagnostics machine.

[@diablocls55]

If you spend $5000 on a diagnostic machine, I’m sure you’d want to get every penny back for it too

[@Bellathebear777]

Lol, It's a business. Do you think Scotty works for FREE" Yes, dealers can be more expensive. & Often it's worth it! I personally don't go to them unless I have to. Like my clutch for my 91 SR5 V6 Xtra cab 4X4. I wasn't about to do that. I don't have the facilities, the tools, or the expertise. Lol I'd bet you Scotty wouldn't touch it either! They did a Great Job. & When I brought it back a few 1000 Mike's later for adjustment, the Best in the west MR Suzuki, test drive it, & adjusted it, in about 30 seconds. I enjoy helping people where I can. But these shops need to feed they're families as well.. And so do I. That being said. Get your own scan tool, & stay away from places you can't afford. I know I do!

[@ItsWyatt_]

That’s how us tech get paid all that money doesn’t just go to the dealer and people don’t understand. We have to use our tools our knowledge to diag the car. We get paid for the jobs we do not get paid hourly or salary. Know one goes to work for free.

[@flatraterider7009]

Why would a company and a technician spend there money time and education to fix your car for free? Get real 5k won’t buy a dealerships diag equipment. I personally own the same equipment the ford dealership owns and my annual cost is more than that and I own the equipment. The technician working on it is paid a percent of what your charged. Why should his family do without and not receive any income from his time knowledge and tools? Your so special that the technician and dealership owe you? Do you get free products and services from Walmart? Remember you don’t pay a technician for what he does, your paying for what he knows. A good technician ain’t cheap. Not having a good technician gets expensive real quick.

[@satvinderbasran2273]

It’s always amazing what you learn watching uncle Scotty!

[@stevegordon2869]

My 2012 mustang done that some times and finally one of the rear calipers stuck. Shop replaced both rear calipers rotors and pads.All problems are fixed.

[@tesla_models]

Did it leave you stranded due to those issues

[@nysavvy9241]

Exactly, my 07 G6 did the same thing. Replaced the rear pads, rotors and calipers...all is good now.

[@tesla_models]

@@nysavvy9241 any breakdowns

[@nysavvy9241]

@@tesla_models No never. Car is amazing at 15 yrs old.

[@Steve-wf3vv]

Does anybody remember when Scotty actually made car repair videos?

[@TheSuperBoyProject]

He said the dude didn't want to change the master cylinder. What do you expect him to do?

[@flyingace5057]

He still does sometimes

[@mikee2zz858]

I’d still call this a diagnostic video

[@AlexanderKnibbe]

He just did. Proper diagnostic is the most important step of repair.

[@b22chris]

He showed how to figure out brake problems in mustangs.

[@davidkucher5.0Coy]

That was great advice Scotty, I check my Mustang GT all the time just to be safe. 😎🙏👍

[@Harrythehun]

Scotty is always kind with the words when people comes over with their precious cars.

[@craigbmm4675]

laf except Fords

[@samueljordan5601]

I have the 2.3L mustang and I love it. I bought mine in cash because they’re like 10k-15k than the GTs cheaper used with the same miles. I average about 26 mpg and I still have fun in it.

[@williamnichols539]

I got my 4.6L sohc tuned to get 27mpg. I am not impressed with these EcoBoost engines at all.

[@Str8Bangerz]

Beautiful looking car as well

[@jake51515]

I had 2 2.3l mustangs. I ended up now with a 3.7 because i LOVE the sound and still average 22 in the city! Great car for the money!

[@garryli2030]

Economic but not old school anymore . Sad

[@noahshields507]

@@williamnichols539 I have a 3.7 the economist is not a bad car at all if it was anything but a mustang it would be a top 10 muscle car … they don’t deserve that kinda hate

[@davemen11]

Dr. Scotty heart specialist

[@tanmay_6363]

Dr.Scooty 💕💕👌🏻

[@superdivemaster]

That's a lucky person who gets Scotty to check their car ...

[@adamschroering741]

5.0 coyote was the best/reliable motor. Change my mind.

[@oreally8605]

I'm not. I agree

[@jbrockway5.0]

Yeah you’re right, but if you get an upgraded shortblock for the ecoboost and do regular maintenance and have a catch can they can be very reliable too

[@rriflemann308]

Why change your mind? Your absolutely correct.

[@ctu5086]

NA V8 will have more than twice the useful life. Your probably better off modifying your own engine with strengthening and an aftermarket turbocharger and learning to do the maintenance yourself than most of the factory turbo cars from the manufacturers. The BMW turbo motors barely last 100K miles and almost all their cars have turbos now. The Ford V8 isn't as stout as the GM but the overhead cam sound is so much better than over head valvers

[@adamschroering741]

@@jbrockway5.0 I drove an 2018 eco and it was insane. I just don’t trust them long term in any car/truck. I’ll take the hit on mpg.

[@blackswan7568]

Personally, while I would love having a 5.0 Mustang, I think I would actually prefer the quieter I4 engines. My next-door neighbor's daughter has a 5.0 Mustang, and every time she goes somewhere, it's loud enough for us to be able to hear it in the house. P.S. I love that Scotty always shows the pope when he says, 'You can't trust anybody." 🤣

[@indycharlie]

Might very well be , partially why she likes it .

[@blackswan7568]

@@indycharlie I would say so, but tbh, I think it's more her dad's car than it is hers. Whenever I ask about it, he's the one who nerds out about it😂

[@indycharlie]

@@blackswan7568 That is funny ! Is it a standard ? If so , I am sure he is way " Nerd City " on it :D

[@blackswan7568]

@@indycharlie It is😆

[@indycharlie]

@@blackswan7568 :D

[@mattphillips1910]

The reason the master in this car failed is because the engine has 50% of the cylinders it should have. If a Mustang has 4 cylinders, it really doesn't need brakes at all.

[@onebadmutha5578]

20.3 Per gallon with his foot to the floor

[@BetaBuxDelux]

That’s okay. Everyday is a sad day for Chevy owners.

[@mattphillips1910]

Two things that should never be in the same sentence: 1) Mustang. 2) 4-cylinder. This, quite simply, is un-American and wrong.

[@Trenton-om9qs]

Good afternoon Scotty. That Mustang still looks good for the mileage. If I were to buy a Mustang I would want the V8

[@donaldstepp4850]

I think I would like a 6 or 4 if I can swap a V8 into it . Or buy one with a blown engine and good body

[@SmokeMyPoll]

@@donaldstepp4850 Lots more to it than just a motor swap..

[@donaldstepp4850]

Yeah there is a ton of parts you need done transmission swaps basically needed a donor car

[@SmokeMyPoll]

@@donaldstepp4850 For sure, but basically the entire chassis, power/drivetrain are entirely different in late model V6 vs V8 (GT) Mustangs. So a motor swap wouldn't build you the same car. It'll be cheaper and easier to just start with a GT

[@BrittainDix]

11 minute video for a 5 minute diagnostic, man can Scotty rattle on and on, over and over saying the same thing no less than a half of a dozen times...I still enjoy him and enjoy his videos, but damn.

[@seamusobrien2675]

that's why we love him

[@cessealbeach]

My Boss has the same car Ecoboost Mustang, yes 2017, he has more than 180K miles, It gets its fluid on time. He loves that car, zero issues

[@oreally8605]

Afternoon Scotty! Ask miss kilmer not to sell the Lexus!

[@scottykilmer]

afternoon and I'm on it!

[@josephmccoy2672]

That owner is a Marine, (not Army if I heard right). The Air Medal is for single acts of heroism or meritorious achievements while participating in aerial flight. That Air Medal is what I was given back in June of 1979 for my flying in Vietnam. It's pretty high on the medal totem pole.

[@ssalamri7302]

5.0 or go home I can't understand the mind of humans how buys 4 cylinders mustang their are no soul in it V8 has a soul it has personality a story but the guy say it is for his wife

[@idahogreen2885]

Well....when you hop in my silverado your automatically hooked up with onstar and bluetooth. When you hop in a mustang, your automatically registered as a sex offender.

[@jbrockway5.0]

I had a stroke reading that

[@samueljordan5601]

Have you driven the 4 cylinder?

[@realistic8355]

Becouse some people like me dont have money for 5.0 but we still buy 2.3 ecoboost becouse we love mustangs?

[@ssalamri7302]

@@realistic8355 I do not mean guys like you bro how have no money for V8 I mean the guys how have the money and buys 4 cylinders it is bad for V8 buyers if you can feel me

[@appleimacdude]

Interesting tidbit I found on youtube - I have a 99 Mustang six, and according to one youtube channel, you can push the trip meter (in the speedometer area) turn the key without starting the car (if I remember right) and the mileage display will show all sorts of data on the car, test the instrument panel bulbs, etc - I love this! On my old 87 Dodge Daytona, if you turned the key 5 times without starting it, the power loss light would flash a code - normally code 55 for all is well - which was 5 slow flashes, and 5 quick flashes - any other code shown could be looked up as to what it meant.

[@fk8guy819]

I'd replace it as soon as possible. Especially if it was my wife driving it everyday. I understand money issues and maybe even her not getting to work that day. But I'd still find away to make sure she was safe when she was driving. To many had drivers out there. You need your brakes to be at 100% all the time

[@melodydawn]

I don't trust car dealerships maintance work, 139$ to put it on the code reader, 700$ for an 30,000 check up, brakes , battery cables, any leaks, ext , cabin filter changed, oil change, just the basics, tire rotation, radiator flush, giving him cash, 175$ sure beats paying over 700$, I save every maintance copy. Yeah, having a Mustang I'd definitely want to hear that roar. Keep up the good videos Scotty, you're very appreciated , learned alot from you. Thank you, so much

[@ponycentaur1456]

IT's funny, because dealerships lose business because they try to scam people. And people do not want to be scammed so more leave, then dealerships complain that they cant find work, thus scam more people. And the cycle continues

[@enzo-kq3of]

I’m having the exact same problem with my 03 HD f150, you just confirmed my suspicions. Thank you sir

[@sp-yj5wr]

WRONG!...(maybe). Common problem is the hydraulic control unit and ABS seals stick with no codes. It comes from very old brake fluid. (Most mechanics do not change the brake fluid during a brake job). Brake fluid is only good for about 5yrs or 60K. Try bleeding entire brake system and give it time for new brake fluid. Problem may go away........or yeah, change the wrong parts like booster and they'll have to put new brake fluid in and problem will go away..for awhile. Love your vids Scotty!

[@huntmachine4505]

Hmmm...If my braking system is acting up I get it fixed. Who knows when a problem that "isn't a safety concern" at present could turn into just that. Do not gamble with your brakes or tires people!

[@manmountain7545]

Scotty, Scotty, you got to change the master cylinder. I've worked on cars professionally since 1960 and master cylinders are always going out. You don't take a chance whether it's a little leak or big leak. You replace the master cylinder with the new OEM. You can't take the liability to tell the customer to drive it's not too bad.

[@allenallen5005]

The master cylinder isn't the only part that could be the problem. I had a Ford Edge that had a bad hydraulic abs control unit. The pedal would sink to the floor and it started out as an intermittent problem.

[@pdtech4524]

I have a Ford, a 2006 Focus 2.0 duratec with 127k miles, never really had any issues since I bought it for £550 in 2017 where it had around 90k miles. Just the usual tyres, just fronts, rears are still fine and I replaced the brakes all round. I did have one little problem where it kept stalling, no engine light or fault codes. I did the usual changed the spark plugs, checked the coils, cleaned the throttle body. It was still stalling and no better, something made me think.a sensor might be going bad but why no fault codes! Strange thing was it ran fine at start up and idle, only cut out after it warmed up and went for a short drive. First one I checked was unplugging the electrical connection to the EGR valve, it ran spot on, no stalling! Guess what, it threw a fault code!! I left it like that for over a year, fully intending to replace the EGR valve but apart from the engine code light it was running spot on. When I did replace it, I figured out the EGR valve would stick in the open position when activated, hence the stalling. So Fords don't always show a code when a sensor or module is going bad!

[@Pjayque]

We have a 2010 MKZ doing that and could not duplicate at many service centers. I asked the last place to replace and bleed the brake fluid and that fixed it.

[@Justaeuropeanman]

I have a 2015 GT I now have 186,000 miles and I have abused the hell out of it all it’s life and it has never broken down on me

[@bradleygoode116]

looks like you could see brake pressure on the scan tool while braking, most mastercylinders are divided into two different sections so you have dual system, so if one fails half the brakes still work, so you could hold the brakes while viewing the readings each section to see if the pressure is going down while holding the pedal steady, this would verify the fluid in the master cylinder is bypassing the orings inside of it,

[@Lamtitude]

I hate that Ford quit making the Mustang GT’s look better than the regular Mustangs. That would be like if Dodge offered the wide body with the hood scoop on the V6.

[@MrLocomechanic]

Never a sad day for this ford owner 🤷‍♂️

[@mikesommer5191]

It's disc runout Scotty. Happened to my 72 vette. No leakage, master fine. Air was pumped into my brake lines which as you know reduced pedal firmness.

[@Space_Debris]

2012 Ford Edge - I replaced the brake booster with a chain store rebuild before checking the recall I missed or was never told about. It is a safety concern when the booster completely fails.

[@toniocavalari6936]

Dealerships and some repair shops are now charging $ 250.00, for what is called a "Diagnostic test", even if you know why you are taking your car in.

[@JC-xh9mp]

I have a 2012 Lincoln MKX did the same thing. Wife had braked hard. Pedal was real mushy. Took it out replicated the braking she did. Pedal came back up. Haven’t had a problem since. There were no codes.

[@RealAnimeHours]

I owned a 2016 Mustang GT. Great car. Squirrely rear end. Hoods are prone to rust along the edge. Lower control arms in the front didn't last long. Overall, I want another one.

[@ovidiudragasanu]

Hat a similar issue with my 2012 Ford Edge. Same reply from the dealership, they could not determine the fault. Could not change all the components on warranty... bleed the system... about 2 months later, after several trips there, it turned out it was the ABS system. They replaced that. It works perfectly fine since. Everyone online was pointing to the master cylinder, it was not in my case.

[@jessielivermore1826]

I have a long term fuel trim problem with a 2003 Toyota that's driving me nuts 🤪 WISH I had a Scotty!

[@Schniebel89]

Thats why I do the troubleshooting myself and if its a part that's too complicated to replace myself I bring it to the mechanic.

[@chubbypolarbear23]

My 12 focus started doing this a week ago. Thank you so much for the perfect timing Scotty!

[@Bhazulle]

Our 2016 F150 if currently in the Ford dealership undergoing a complete ms/booster that had the same issue right before the ms started dumping into the booster. It was under recall. Check the recall sheets from Ford.

[@bobmcgehee1749]

My 2011 F-150 did that, dealer told me it was normal. Spoke with two more mechanics later, they said the same thing. Something to do with system relieving the pressure when it’s not needed.

[@bobbofly]

Nice & thorough. It's that Master cylinder, though 100%.

[@hammer3692]

Just because you may not have ABS codes doesn’t mean that the Hydraulic Control Unit, which has the isolation and dump valves, is working normally. You may still have leaks internally. The HCU could still be the source of this issue. Before criticizing Techs , maybe Scotty should make sure the information he presents is accurate.

[@jailanrayvon434]

Nice man, been watching you since I got my first car 6 years ago

[@sbrinkerhoff8069]

Could be ABS control module

[@snapos6115]

Correct. Have replaced many on ford edges and other ford cars. Common issue on my opinion. The booster will make pedal sink at all times. And when they go bad more likely to make the pedal extremely hard

[@Eddie2425]

I had a 2017 eco-boost mustang as a rental one time. I picked it up and the gas was on E. I drove it for a while, tested acceleration, etc. then because I was curious I filled it up with 93 octane. I’ll tell you what, those eco-boost are way faster with 93 versus 87!

[@1.9tdilove71]

My Skoda Octavia 1.9tdi had the same problem of spongy break pedal and it was sinking to the floor. One mechanic put old master cylinder but that didn't last much so I changed total assembly master cylinder with Break booster of Bosch Costing 180-200 dollars but breaks are working good since then.

[@AStanton1966]

I had a 2017 Mustang V-6 and traded it for a 2020 Mustang GT 5.0. The service dept at the local Ford dealer recommended that the brake fluid be swapped out every 3 years to prevent moisture in the lines on these Mustangs.

[@Will-ql5db]

If dealerships don't take your problems seriously EVEN when the car is within warranty, then that means two things: 1) Warranties are WORTHLESS *(and why can't you sue them for breach of contract??),* and 2) You may as well be your own mechanic.

[@wardaddy6002]

I had a 1983 Oldsmobile Delta 88 that had a bad powerbooster. The brakes were so stiff I had to use both feet to emergency stop.

[@buckypeterson1018]

I like these Mustangs and so I was interested to watch this video. Really informative and I enjoyed it. I just don't get why it's a "Sad Day for Ford Owners" unless it's because the dealer didn't diagnose the problem.

[@davidclemens1578]

Years ago I had a 71 Cuda with heavy duty suspension and brakes but it was not power brakes. While I was waiting to use the pump at the gas station I went from having brakes to the pedal going right to the floor. Upon examination there was absolutely no leaks in the system and it turns out that the master cylinder had gone bad letting fluid by the piston but not externally. So as you said, it could be the master cylinder is bad.

[@BigKWS]

A Mustang with a 4 cylinder? I thought those things went out in the late 70s!

[@tillman40]

There were fox bodies in the 80s that had 4 bangers

[@jeffreymrrs150]

Failing master cylinder is always dangerous. It might not get gradually worse. They can completely let go without warning.

[@meflog2]

I had a Hyundai Veloster that did that. It stopped when I had the pads replaced. The fluid was going into the calipers to take up space where the material was missing on the pad. I pumped them once and it would be fine.

[@DikeLover]

We only drive coyote equipped mustangs here! We don’t mess with eco boost or v6 muscle cars

[@enriquecasiano7921]

All the Xtra the put in cars is not necessary ,it just raises the price ,that's is why my Ford ranger only cost me $12,000, in 2000 and I still have it

[@paulchidgey2150]

Love the video Mate, all the best from Sydney Australia 🇦🇺

[@johnhermann762]

So which was it? The booster or the master cylinder? You say the booster early on, then say the master cylinder at the end.

[@wtvz71]

Yeah, I got lost too. Bonkers.

[@decentcupid5354]

Had my little hydraulics go out while I had my head under the tailgate, got oil on my coat and a good bonk on the head. Nebraska winter.

[@highfive4752]

Hey Scotty, I’ve moved to Tennessee based on your recommendation!

[@orange1soda]

Bad caliper.will do that. Believe it or not if one of your calipers is bad it will make your pedal spongy.

[@bblimediamostlyspeakers]

A few years ago at our local Air Venture Air Show I had the opportunity to drive an '87 Plymouth Caravan that had that same problem. It was scary because I had to idle through crowds of people to carry out my job at the show and then the brakes sunk and I'm in a crowd of thousands of people! Driving it was an "experience"! That one had the Mitsubishi engine I believe. On a side note, at the same event this year I saw a Ford Bronco with a Rousch motor. I'm guessing that's an improvement? I wouldn't know since I drive a 98 Camry nearing 300K miles and its still runs great!

[@fueledbymusic3]

INTERNAL LEAK in master cylinder. I had that happen to me before. I replaced all the rubber parts. It was good since. (I EVEN MADE A VIDEO OF THAT DAY!)

[@kevinsnell1622]

My 480hp BULLITT 6 speed Mustang V8 averages 18.5 mpg combined. That’s with a 76 mile round trip commute on Phoenix highways with very little to no stop and go traffic.

[@kizentheslayer]

The 4 banger DOES NOT look the same as the GT. The grille(honeycomb with columns), hood(two vents) and wheels are different.

[@CommentRodent]

The wheels aren't different, that all depends which wheels that they put on it, not the engine type. I'm pretty sure on some other mustangs they look the same as their different engine counterparts, but also some are different no matter what engine it is... It's quite difficult to specify if the models looks the same or different.

[@kizentheslayer]

@@CommentRodent the grille 100% depends on the engine. The wheels are different on the proformance pack and the brembo calipers.

[@townhall05446]

My eco boost 3.5 F150 doesn't have that 'v8 rumble' but it's so quiet inside, it's a fantastic road trip vehicle. I don't need the sound of the engine reminding me what it is! (Though what you can hear of the Eco motor sounds like an automatic dishwasher...)