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2006 Pontiac Torrent Repair Question


Topics covered: Brake fluid, Wheel.
Mileage: 65,000 miles.

Asked on December 19, 2012

Pontiac Torrent Brake fluid Problem

My front breakes locked up and was smoking. i replaced the front breakes ,rotors and caliper but it started smoking again,what could possible be wrong
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Replied on December 20, 2012

One or both wheels? Next time one locks up, loosen the steel lines at the master cylinder. If it releases, suspect the brake fluid is contaminated with a petroleum product. If it doesn't release, open the bleeder screw. If that lets it release, suspect the rubber flex hose is blocked.

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