2003 Sierra EC 1500 SLT brakes question

cnw20 · November 10, 2005

I have never owned a full size GM pick up before so I was wondering if the brakes are supposed to feel "spongy" and if it is normal that more pressure,

than what I am used to, needs to be applied in order to stop these heavy vehicles. I guess I am used to more sensitive, responsive braking that I had even in my 2003 Dodge Dakota, a much lighter truck.

I bought my GM Certified truck used from a dealer and it only had 24K on it so it can't be that they are wearing out already right?

Thanks in advance.

GM-Tech · November 10, 2005

hard to say. Your definition of spongy and mine may differ, so I can't say whether or not what you're feeling is the way they feel. Worn brakes don't cause the brakes to feel spongy.

beeg3 · November 10, 2005

I have never owned a full size GM pick up before so I was wondering if the brakes are supposed to feel "spongy" and if it is normal that more pressure,
than what I am used to, needs to be applied in order to stop these heavy vehicles. I guess I am used to more sensitive, responsive braking that I had even in my 2003 Dodge Dakota, a much lighter truck.

I bought my GM Certified truck used from a dealer and it only had 24K on it so it can't be that they are wearing out already right?

Thanks in advance.

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I just purchased a 2004 Silverado 4x4 and I feel the same way as you. These brakes just feel soft compared to any other vehicle I've owned including six other trucks. I bought it with the optimum warranty and was told by the dealership that everything was checked thoroughly. I'm going to take it to an independant mechanic and get his opinion.