1997 Chevrolet Suburban Repair Question
Asked on March 27, 2010
Chevy left front brake caliper stuck open
Brakes problem
1997 Chevy Suburban V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic 180000 miles
Brake fluid travels to the left front brake caliper but will not evacuate when pressure is removed from brake pedal; leaving the caliper stuck in the open position and the brake pad forced against the rotor.
Calipers have been replaced and problem still exists. Can this be electrical? Can the ABS module be fllushed if that is the cause of the problem?
1997 Chevy Suburban V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic 180000 miles
Brake fluid travels to the left front brake caliper but will not evacuate when pressure is removed from brake pedal; leaving the caliper stuck in the open position and the brake pad forced against the rotor.
Calipers have been replaced and problem still exists. Can this be electrical? Can the ABS module be fllushed if that is the cause of the problem?
Asked by 97BurbAnswer
Replied on March 27, 2010
Drive it till it starts to bind or you notice drag, jack that wheel up, chock the rear wheels, put it in neutral, does the wheel spin, if not or it's hard to turn, open the bleeder screw, does it spin freely now? if yes, replace the flex hose, I recommecnd doing the same work to BOTH front brakes, this will elimante any issues with pulling to one side! Also both fronts are the same age and condition, if you don't do both now, you will real soon!