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Old Oct 13, 2008 | 03:01 AM
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Well guys, I've had several of my rotors resurfaced due to warping. Probably each one. Recently my parking brake locked up and had to have the spring replaced due to it "sticking". Long story short, I have had very bad luck recently with my brakes on this car. NOW, I'm experiencing vibrations from my front left wheel while driving. I can feel it through the steering wheel. When I feel the rim with my hand after driving it is extremely hot compared to the other 3 wheels. Can barely touch it without getting burned.

Question is what is up? Is it a bad caliper or warped rotor? Help... Tired of spending money on brake related issues.

Thanks for any tips/advice.
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Old Oct 13, 2008 | 08:17 AM
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I have the same problem
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Old Oct 13, 2008 | 08:26 AM
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sounds like a sticking caliper
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Old Oct 13, 2008 | 08:50 AM
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agreed, check your calipers
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Old Oct 13, 2008 | 08:55 AM
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how do you "check" them?
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Old Oct 13, 2008 | 10:22 AM
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visually...let us know what you find...
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Old Oct 13, 2008 | 11:23 AM
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Make sure the sliders allow the caliper to move back and forth freely, also check pistons and make sure they move as well.

You may have to push the piston all the way in to check the sliders.
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