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This problem occurs mostly with disc brakes. Over time moisture can condensate inside the calipers causing rust and the calipers to stick. This can cause excessive brake wear. Ford SUVs are especially prone to caliper problems and the Explorer line often wore out the brake pads within 10k miles..
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How do you tell if a 1996 Honda Civic Lx has ABS?
Slam on your brakes. If your brakes lock up, then you do not have ABS. If your brakes do not lock up and you hear a knocking type of noise from your brakes, then you have ABS.
Why are rear brakes locking up?
The rear brakes will lock when there isn't enough weight in the rear of the vehicle, the surface is loose (like a gravel road), or they [the brakes] are applied to heavily. Newer vehicles with anti-lock brake systems (ABS) should not have this problem.
When depressing brake pedal hard brakes lock up?
Most likely you do not have anti-lock brakes in your vehicle. Other possible answer is that your anti-lock brakes are malfunctioning. If you have anti-lock brakes you should see a mechanic as soon as possible.
Why does your anti lock brake pulsate?
The Anti-Lock brakes pulsate so the brakes do not lock up (anti) and cause the vehicle to side out.
All four of your brakes lock up on your 1999 miata not totally lock but drag at times while driving what could be the problem?
The problem will be your brake master cylinder. It is sticking. Get it reconditioned or get a new one fitted.
What would make my 2000 plymoth neons brakes lock up when you first take off?
This problem is caused by disc brakes that have a fluid leaking from the calipers. You can buy loaded calipers an install to the car to fix the problem.
Why do the brakes want to lock up on your 93 GMC jimmy?
there may be a master cylinder problem that the abs computer is trying to counter.
Why will the front brakes lock up on 86 Ford Ranger and won't release?
in many cases, contaminated brake fluid is the problem.
Why do the anti-lock brakes on Pontiac sunfire lock up?
There are a couple of things that can cause your Pontiac antilock brakes to lock up. The most common cause is a malfunctioning ABS sensor.
79 Camaro drove car front brakes locked up waited 20 min. brakes unlocked unable to find problem?
probably a air lock in lines, peace
Why would an anti-lock brake light be on on a 2001 Oldsmobile alero?
because there is a problem with your anti-lock brakes
How do you repair a 1992 Dodge Caravan when the brakes lock up and the brake light stays on?
The dealer will know how to access the codes for the brakes. When that is fixed it should not lock up then.
