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Tiny
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I have a 99 pontiac sunfire. Passenger side brakes and rotors keep wearing down after only 6 weeks. What is the problem?
Friday, February 11th, 2011 AT 8:46 AM

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Tiny
FIXITMR
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Maybe a sticking caliper or pinched brake hose. I had this happen with a pinched brake hose. The little bracket on hose rusts and pinches hose shut.
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Friday, February 11th, 2011 AT 8:56 AM
Tiny
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Conditions that may cause your pads to wear out sooner than expected include:
* Hardware may be causing the pads to not move freely. This can cause premature wear as the pads may be in constant contact with the rotor. It could also be a malfunctioning caliper.
* Caliper slides that are binding or seized can cause this condition.
* Caliper slides should be removed cleaned and lubricated (and replaced if corroded).
* Installing new pads on an unfinished rotor will significantly decrease the life of the pads.
* Rear brakes that are not working efficiently will cause the front brakes to work harder, causing premature wear to the front pads and rotors.
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Sunday, April 10th, 2011 AT 9:42 AM

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