My brakes locking?

FRSPIKEYHEAD

MEMBER
2005 FORD FUSION
4 CYL
FWD
MANUAL
39,037 MILES

Hi. Just returned car from MOT and full service. The handbrake I knew was bad but the garage has stated that both front discs and pads need replacing, both shoes and drums need replacing and all 4 parts to the handbrake cable need replacing. Among other things. Now the brakes lock up and get hot why?

1 Reply

KHLOW2008

MECHANIC
41,815 POSTS

Hi,

This happens when the brake booster push rod is adjusted out too far which does no allow the brake master to return fully holding the brakes on . To confirm the issue loosen the brake master mounting bolts 3 turns to see if the car starts to roll again, if so remove the master and adjust the booster push rod inward. Also a brake flex hose can come apart internally causing a short of check valve in the system but this is usually isolated to one brake either front or rear.

Check out the link below.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/brake-caliper-replacement

Give it a check and let us know what was done to resolve the problem or if you require further assistance.