2002 Dodge Dakota wheels

Tiny
MELO09
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  • 2002 DODGE DAKOTA
I would like to know what would cause smoke comming from drivers side front wheel would it more likley be well or bearings and how much does it cost to repair? There is a slight roaring noise as well, need info as soon as possible thanks for your help.
Saturday, June 15th, 2013 AT 1:29 PM

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Tiny
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The brake is not fully releasing. Start by getting it to drag, then park on a slight incline, shift to neutral, place a block a few inches downhill of one tire, then loosen the steel lines at the master cylinder. If it releases there you have brake fluid contaminated with a petroleum product. Hopefully it will not release yet.

Next, open the bleeder screw on the left front caliper. If it releases there, suspect the rubber flex hose. If it does not release, suspect the caliper.
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Saturday, June 15th, 2013 AT 2:08 PM

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