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Re: Brakes went out for a second. What gives?

Adjust your emergency brake cable even if you don't notice it rubbing. It may be the source of the smell. Flush your brake system with fresh brake fluid toremove all the old fluid in the system. Make sure the system is bled afterward. Don't let the master cylinder drain dry.

Not for nothing, while you're driving in traffic, gently test your brakes for function once in a while. Don't be surprised at an intersection. If this dead pedal occurs again, have it towed to a mechanic and get if fixed.
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