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it might be because the brake pad is rubbing along something near it. Take off the wheel and see if the cylinder is really close to anything or if u see any major scratches's.
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Why does the back brakes on the dodge neon 2000 lock up and then stop after driving awhile?
Assuming they are Drum brakes most likely the wheel cylinder is bad.
Why would front brakes lock up?
Your brake calipers have pistons that can after years of driving and not properly flushing the brake system become frozen. You may also want to replace the brake hoses at the same time as they can sometimes produce locked brakes as well.
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.
When a car is driving on a icy road describe what happens when you use the brakes?
If it is an older car without ABS the brakes would lock up and the car would slide/push/unable to steer, unless you got on/off the brakes. With ABS the computer would pulse the brakes and would prevent lock up so you would be able to steer.
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.
What can cause your brakes to lock up in a 1993 Honda civic dx?
yeah sometimes my breaks lock up too when I try to stop too fast, perhaps you should break sooner and this will help
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.
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.
Why do the brakes lock up on your 2000 chev venture when you reverse?
It is possible for the brakes to lock up on a 2000 Chevy Venture when in reverse because the brakes are not working properly. Perhaps the brake pads need to be changed.
What should you do if your brakes fail while driving downhill?
remain calm and continue driving in the same lane. Begin to apply the manual emergency brake with your hand, lightly at first to determine the strength. You dont want to lock up the brakes, so apply the emergency brakes in spurts and make your way to the side of the road.
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.
