1994 Toyota Camry locking

1994 TOYOTA CAMRY
211,119 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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RICKYLEE1
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What causes my front brakes to try to lock for short periods then release?
Dec 11, 2009 at 11:10 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there, often this can be sticky brake calipers, or faulty brake hoses, but if both are doing it at the same time, you may have a problem with the master cylinder or proportioning valve, you will have to check out if it is a hydraulic or mechanical problem first, if you can crack a bleeder when the brakes are locked, if fluid releases and the brakes back off, this will normally be a hydraulic problem.

Mark (mhpautos)
Dec 11, 2009 at 2:44 PM
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