2002 Dodge Van Van jerks while braking

Tiny
ERICA30
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  • 2002 DODGE VAN
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 11,400 MILES
When I brake my van jerks a little. What is causing this? I'm planning on getting new brakes tomorrow.
Thursday, February 4th, 2010 AT 12:20 PM

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Tiny
CARADIODOC
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If "pulsates" would describe it better, suspect warped front brake rotors. They can cause a shimmy in the steering wheel too. Egg-shaped rear brake drums will often cause the brake pedal to pulsate up and down.

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Friday, February 12th, 2010 AT 2:59 AM

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