1996 Buick Skylark brakes

1996 BUICK SKYLARK
37,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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RICICE888
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When I hit the brakes, why is my left rear tire the only one that locks up?
Mar 26, 2010 at 4:53 PM
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RASMATAZ
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If its disc type-is it?

Could be the caliper piston not retracting or the brake hose is collasped internally acting as a one way check valve.
Mar 26, 2010 at 5:01 PM
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