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Old Jan 2, 2009 | 01:15 PM
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Default C5 front brakes stick *** need help ***

AT Start up use brakes about 20 times and the front calipers will hold and not release almost to the point of complete wheel lock up. Have replaced the master cylnder no help no error codes regarding active handling or any thing have replaced both calipers have a new ebcm no clamped brake lines please any body can help. Thank you
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Old Jan 2, 2009 | 01:19 PM
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It couldn't be a simply as your slide bolts are freezing up? I would check out the Calipers completely. See if the Rubber Boots over the slide bolts have deteriorated.. The Bolts should be smooth, greased and moving in and out freely. Just a thought!
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Old Jan 2, 2009 | 05:38 PM
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Check for a pinched/collapsed brake hose. A pinched/collapsed brake hose works like a check valve and don't allow the brake caliper puck to release.
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