Brake problem

1993 FORD EXPLORER
145,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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SUBARUPWR09
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I have a 1993 Ford Explorer XLT. This morning I got up and drove the truck 10-15 miles. While driving I noticed it felt like the front driver side brake was catching. I stopped and had a fire on my brake. Any suggestions on how to fix this?
Nov 27, 2010 at 6:26 PM
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HMAC300
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your caliper is either frozen or the brake hose has collapsed and isn't letting the fluid go back like it should. If you replace the brake hose then do all of them, both fronts and usually one in the back....
Nov 27, 2010 at 6:49 PM
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SUBARUPWR09
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How would I come about un freezing it? And what would I look for if it were collapsed?
Nov 27, 2010 at 6:51 PM
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HMAC300
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you really can't see a collapsed hose, it 's just fromexperience that it happens. If the caliper is frozen the piston will not move, so if you put a clamp on the pad to push it back in it won't go anywhere. You'll need to rebuild the caliper or get a rebuilt one. Also check for rust on the caliper slider. that will do it as well.
Nov 27, 2010 at 7:09 PM
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