Table 1 shows seven common service brakes related problems of the 1998 Lincoln Mark Viii. The number one most common problem is related to the brake electric antilock (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the brake master cylinder (one problem).
When applying brakes and making a normal stop, brake pedal went all the way to the floorboard. There was just a little bit of braking. Driver had to use emergency brake to stop vehicle. Problem was reported to the dealership. Problem has not been corrected. Please provide any further information. Read details...
The brakes can quit working after the automatic parking brake release solenoid fails to release the rear brakes when the transmission lever is moved out of park. The rear brakes will then overheat after several miles, which causes the brake fluid to eventually boil and be expelled from the master Read details...
When driving and when applying the brakes to make a gradual stop either on wet or dry pavement brake pedal goes straight to the floorboard, causing extended stopping distance. Consumer has taken vehicle to the dealer who could not duplicate problem or determine the cause. Read details...