Left front wheel caliper locking up?

Tiny
PANINI
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  • 2004 CHEVROLET MALIBU
  • 3.5L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 160,000 MILES
It can be released by cracking the bleeder. New wheel caliper and new hardware. The other three wheels are unaffected.
Thanks in advance.
Tuesday, February 28th, 2023 AT 11:45 AM

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Tiny
STEVE W.
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If it releases with the bleeder check that the flex hose isn't twisted, if it's not, replace it as it likely failed internally and is now acting like a check valve. Be sure to use a flare nut wrench on the brake line fitting. They can be stubborn. You should be able to reuse the copper washers on the banjo bolt as they haven't been on there long.
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Tuesday, February 28th, 2023 AT 12:21 PM

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