1998 Oldsmobile Bravada brakes??

1998 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA
160,576 MILES
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SHYAANN
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We just changed the front brakes. Nd for some reason when u put it in gear, it feels like the brakes don't wanna release.. What could be the problem? Please help .... Thinking it may be the calibers not realeasing but im not really sure.. Its getting worse and needs to to fixed asap














Aug 2, 2013 at 10:03 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If the brakes are sticking, it could be a couple things. First, check to see if the caliper pistons easily push in using a C-clamp. If they are tight and don't want to push in, while you still have pressure on it, open the bleeder. If the piston then easily moves in, the rubber brake hose needs replaced. If it is still hard to move, then the caliper is bad. NOTE: Make sure the slides on the caliper and where the brake pads ride is clean from rust and libericated.

Let me know what you find.
Aug 2, 2013 at 12:11 PM
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