Hi guyz i just want to find out that when i brake the pedal goes all the way and the brake is not that promising. I just bought the 1998 honda accord coupe and i am not sure if the brake work is done. What could it be a leak in the brake lines? or air in the brake lines? or simply the pads are worn out? Thanks in advance for the replies.

 

Is there any sqealling when you apply the brakes while moving? Any nasty grinding sounds when applying the brakes while moving?

Open the hood and check the brake fluid level. Is it low, is it with spec? If low, fill the reservoir and test the brakes (may need to pump brake pedal) and check fluid level again.

When you have the hood open, visually inspect for leaks around the master cylinder, and brake lines.

You should also lift the front of the car and remove the front tires, check the pad thickness, is it down to the wear indictor (thin metal tab that touches the rotor and squeals). Do you see any leaks around the brake lines or calipers?

Do the same for the rear, inspecting the pads (if it has disk brakes) and the lines for leaks.

If you don't see any leaks and the brakes look good, then bleed the brake lines and see how it is.

 

Your description is a bit vague...

Air in the lines:
The pedal will feel spongy right from the moment you press the pedal. It will go down low, but if you pump the pedal it will come back to being firm & then the brakes will work. Next time you use the brakes they'll be soft again.

Bad master cylinder:
The pedal will feel solid when first pressed, especially if pressed hard. But with moderate or low pedal force, the pedal will slowly & smoothly sink to the floor. For example while sitting at a red light.

Which one is a better description of YOURS? Or... it's possible you have both problems.

 

Try the creep test; stop the car in gear at idle, holding steady pressure on the brake and see if the brake pedal seems to keep sinking.
if that is the case the Brake Master Cylinder could be bypassing.
But it's best to first try bleeding the sytem to be sure there is no air trapped in the lines.
While you are bleeding the system you can eyball the brakes to see how much pad is left.

 

Guyz today i changed the front brake pads of the car and it was the first time i did it. I was stunned with the results. All is well and now my brakes are fine. Thank you all for posting regarding my problem.