Q: Leaking brake fluid
Hi I have had a grinding brake the last few days, I presume it is a worn brake pad. Now the brake pedal has become very spongy and there is fluid on the ground after i press the pedal.. could it just be a worn pad or something more serious?
My car has 155000 miles.
My car has a manual transmission.
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