Front brakes locking up

Asked by Pwythe8097 Jun 28, 2017 at 05:02 PM

Question type: Maintenance & Repair


Have a 96 GMC Sierra front brakes were locking up.
Replace calipers, rotors, pads, bearings (inner and
outer) still having the Same issue. I did notice when
replacing all this both my ABS sensors are roasted
from the first time they were locking up and over
heating... any advice would be appreciated

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FlawlessMotors answered 6 years ago

A few things here can be an issue, the master cylinder, brake booster and possibly ABS module unit. Double check the hose lines and see if it's leaking. Also, make sure to flush out the old fluid and bleed the brakes.

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