1987 Ford Escort FRONT BRAKES GET VERY HOT

1987 FORD ESCORT
98,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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DALES21
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I HAVE AN E REG XR3R THAT GETS VERY HOT ON DRIVERS SIDE AND SMELLS OF BURNING RUBBER CAN YOU HELP
Feb 22, 2009 at 6:41 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Check the brake caliper could be corroded and not self adjusting
Feb 22, 2009 at 6:45 AM
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