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Left front brake locking up

Tiny
BECKE MILLER
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  • 2001 CHEVROLET SILVERADO
  • 5.3L
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 162,000 MILES
Replaced pads and caliper. Checked master cylinder and the piston has returned against the retainer ring. No brake fluid leak seen between the master cylinder and bake booster. Pulled ABS fuse no change. Any idea what next?
Friday, March 9th, 2018 AT 12:55 PM

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Tiny
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Good afternoon.

The most likely cause is the brake hose. It is collapsed internally not allowing the fluid to return from the caliper.

To verify, apply the brake then release. Open the bleeder valve at the caliper. If there is pressure that comes out, the hose is bad.

Roy
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Monday, February 22nd, 2021 AT 11:54 AM
Tiny
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Yes thank you was very helpful. Replaced hose is working now. ABS and brake light still on but have not serviced back brakes yet.
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Monday, February 22nd, 2021 AT 11:54 AM
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Good job. Let us know if you need anything else.
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