My wife's van almost failed to stop today

Tiny
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  • 2004 DODGE CARAVAN
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 150,000 MILES
My wife's van almost failed to stop today. She described the problem as the breaks "Shuddering" as she applied the breaks. It only happened once, not recurring as she drove it the rest of the way home (some 15 miles on country roads). I need front brakes
Friday, July 24th, 2009 AT 1:40 PM

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Tiny
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Hello.

it sound like front brake rotors has excess run out, must be replaced with the front brake pads.

check our guide below how to replace front rotors and pads.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-front-brake-pads-and-rotors-fwd

Check the instructions below specific to your vehicle how to replace and inspect front pads and rotors.

let us know if you need more help.

thank you.
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