NSR caliper occasionally binds causing overheating and smoke

2006 MAZDA 6
62,000 MILES
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SANDMAN13
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Hi
I replaced the nsr brake caliper, discs and pads a few months ago. Recently I have noticed the nsr caliper is smoking after some trips but not all, once every 10 times or so I use the car. Have you any idea what would cause this intermitant problem?
Thanks
Aug 16, 2012 at 3:58 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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bad brake hose feeding the caliper. when was the last time you changed the brake fluid??

Roy
Aug 16, 2012 at 4:04 PM
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