1993 Ford Tempo whats the problem?

1993 FORD TEMPO
15,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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BURGER_LORD
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so i want sure what was wrong with my car, but the thing is whenever i go to use the brakes the front right wheel does a coarse loud deep grinding. im just wondering if there were a few things you guys might think it is. please help me out.
Feb 20, 2009 at 6:04 PM
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FIXITMR
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sounds like your brakes on that side are metal to metal!(worn out)you can just replace the pads(do both front wheels)or also replace/resurface the rotor(s) if it is gouged.this is not real expensive to do yourself.
Feb 20, 2009 at 7:04 PM
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