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If the left rotor on your '93 Lumina is rusty does this indicate the caliper is not working?
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Answered 2015-07-15 18:49:34
YES! If the car has been in use
could be the caliper the caliper slider or the brake hose connected to the caliper.
yes, if the car has been in use and the rotor is rusty then the caliper is frozen and needs to be taken apart and replaced.
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