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Old 05-28-2008, 02:34 PM
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Any ideas what would keep the left rear caliper applied. The caliper is working fine, the e-brake is working but the brakes still get very hot after driving a short distance.
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I've read elsewhere that a collapsed (internally) rubber line can hold a little pressure on the caliper pistons after the foot pedal has been released, kinda like a check valve. If yours are old it's worth a look.
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Definitely check the hose as chances are that's your problem.
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Originally Posted by SH-60B
I've read elsewhere that a collapsed (internally) rubber line can hold a little pressure on the caliper pistons after the foot pedal has been released, kinda like a check valve. If yours are old it's worth a look.
Very common problem with older rubber lines.

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