1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Rear Brake Lock

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JIMFROMTN
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I have a 1996 cavelier 130,000 miles....My right(passenger side) rear wheel locks up and skips when coming to a slow stop. I hear a rattling/tapping in the dash while it is skipping like that and the ABS light comes on occasionally....any help is apreciated. THANKS Jim
Nov 28, 2006 at 3:52 PM
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BACKYARDMECHANIC
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Check that right wheel rear and inspected the Senor and brake pads for that wheel. Make sure the wires are tight and connections are clean. Inspect the trigger wheel for damaged. NExt check the wiring from the senor to the ABS module for any type of damage or opens. Good luck Backyardmechanic
Dec 4, 2006 at 2:16 AM

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Inspect the right rear wheel speed sensor, brake pads, wire connections, and trigger wheel. Check the wiring from the sensor to the ABS module for damage or opens.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1996 Chevrolet Cavalier says the right rear wheel locks and skips during slow stops, with dash rattling or tapping and an occasional ABS light. The expert advises inspecting that wheel's sensor, pads, connections, trigger wheel, and wiring to the ABS module.

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