front driver side wheel is locking?

2001 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER
100,000 MILES • 2.6L • AUTOMATIC
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TORI SHADDEN
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At first, I couldn’t reverse because it would lock up . I got all new brakes and rotors on all 4 tires and now my everything works but my front driver side wheel is locking and dragging.
Jul 31, 2025 at 12:06 PM
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It sounds like the caliper brake hose got twisted and now it needs to be replaced or one of the caliper bolts has fallen off and now the caliper is logged between the rim. I would raise the front of the car up and remove the wheel for inspection, I would not drive the car anymore until the problem as been solved. Here are three guides that can help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/jack-up-and-lift-your-car-safely

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/wheel-removal-and-re-installation

and for understanding the brake lock up.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/a-comprehensive-guide-to-fixing-automotive-brakes-locking-up

Please upload pictures or videos in your response of any problems so we can see what to help you with.
Jul 31, 2025 at 1:06 PM
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