2004 Mazda Tribute ROTARS

2004 MAZDA TRIBUTE
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DAWNANDMIKEV
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Brakes problem
2004 Mazda Tribute 6 cyl Automatic 52000 miles

JUST CHANGED BRAKE PADS BUT CAR STILL SHAKES WHEN BRAKES APPLIED. COULD IT BE THE ROTARS OR A FRONT END ALIGNMENT NEEDED?
Mar 19, 2009 at 6:51 PM
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BLACKOP555
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if it vibrates only when the brakes are being used then its not with the alignment. check the rotors and the drums in the rear.

to see if its rear or front use the emergency brake to stop vehicle. if shimmy happens its in the rear. if not its front related.
Mar 19, 2009 at 9:12 PM
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