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My rear brakes grab and make a grumbling sound.I can't find any strange wear on shoe or drum. What could cause this???larry s. - 2001 Jeep Wrangler (TJ) - Brakes - 10/29/2011The jeep only has 70,000 miles. we dont drive that much and have only put about 20,000 miles on it in 8 years. the drums themselves dont have any major wear. there is a wear pattern where the shoes make contact, but it isn't a very deep groove.the drums came right ...-
10/29/2011 HouseCallAutoNo history of noisy brakes but I suspect that is exactly what you have going on. If you are doing this job yourself I recc that you replace both drums or have those drums resurfaced and buy the highest quality shoes available from your supplier. Best available is at the dealer parts dept IMHO. Also make sure that the shoes pivot left right without lifting off the anchor pins at the top which is an indicator od a sticking parking brake cable. -
10/29/2011 BillCould be because of age of shoes they are simply just glazed which could make this or one of the hydraulic pistons not working properly or needs bled.
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Abs light is on what does this mean?strick - 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Brakes - 10/26/2011The ABS warning light has come on in my jeep cherokee does this need immediate attention-
10/26/2011 retchief894Have the codes checked. It might be a wheel sensor, dirt or rust will cause the sensor unable to pick up signal from stator assembly on hub. -
10/26/2011 BillIt means computer has been sent a trouble code from one of the wheel sensors, You can drive but remember, ANTI -LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM MAY BE DISENGAGED SO TRY NOT TO BRAKE HARD OR YOU MAY GO INTO A SKID. Possible safety Concern.
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What would cause front brake chatter on '01 jeep Grand cherokeeretchief894 - 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Brakes - 10/23/2011we seem to be replacing rotors every 10-15K miles because they're warped and unturnable, (not a heavy brake foot), we even went as far as to purchase drilled and slotted rotors w/ceramic break pads but still have brake issues after only 10k miles. Any suggestions!!!!-
10/22/2011 HouseCallAutoYes, no need for drilled and slotted rotors, just high quality first line rotors and the highest quality pads. Don't just buy pads that say they meet OE specs and pay $20 for them. A good set of pads will usually be about $35 to $45 set. What I mean by first line is the most expensive rotor in any particular brand that are not drilled or slotted. Typically these rotors cost twice what there cheaper versions cost. The difference also is that it seems that every first line rotor I have ever used says MADE IN CANADA on the rotor. Also, make absolutely certain that the rear brakes are in good condition with no obvious uneven wear on the 4 rear brake pads. (Proper adjustment if rear brakes are drum type) Also, make absolutely certain that the caliper bracket slide pins front and rear are not frozen. They should float in and out easily with just finger pressure. Also, make sure that when the rotors are placed on the front hubs that they sit completely flat, that there are no rust buildup spots on the face of the hub. use a wire brush, file or sandpaper if need be. Also, make sure that the center hole diameter of the replacement rotor does not bind at all on the hub and if it does use a file to enlarge the center hole a few thousandths if need be. Perfectly OK to do, not a big deal, I run into that often. Usually first I wire wheel the hub on the vehicle first down to the bare steel and then see that the rotor slides over it without a bind and that the rotor is flush (no rocking motion, not even couple of thousandths). One last thing, Use a torque wrench and tighten the lug nits to 85 to 115 ft lbs.
10/23/2011 retchief894I've put top of line pads and $80 rotors and still only last 15k miles and they are blued and warped. Thats why we went back to the cheaper parts. My daughter has a '99 and are having the same problem. torque spec is 110ftlbs. I'm a certified mechanic and have seen this problem on a few jeeps and the dealer cannot give anaswer that sounds good, even talk to Chry. tech just confusing. I was told that the ate calipers were the problem
10/23/2011 retchief894also replaced slide pins and wheel brgs (due to over heating of brakes,as explained by dealer after repairs) is was ill so wife took it to the dealer! -
10/23/2011 HouseCallAutoJack up the car so all wheels are off the ground. Start it up, step on the brake, put it in drive and let up on the brake pedal and confirm that the front brakes have released all the way (I am thinking bad master with residual pressure applying the front brakes some, causing drag that would kill brake life and blue the rotors.
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Has anyone ever hear of/used these before? Any advice or recommendations would be greatly appreciated.devinci - 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Brakes - 10/22/2011http://www.autoanything.com/brakes/61A5870A0A0.aspx powerstop slotted/drilled rotors with ceramic pads for $150 - is this a good deal?-
10/22/2011 retchief894I'm using drilled and slotted rotors now, got on E-Bay for $90 a set w/ceramic pads.
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When I apply my brakes slightly it makes my jeep begin to shake. What could be my problem?krista - 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Brakes - 10/17/2011My steering wheel shakes alot-
10/17/2011 JimmSeveral possibilities; warped brake rotor, worn / loose wheel bearing (inner / outer or both) at the brake rotor.
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My brake lights don't come on . looked at fuses and brake pedal switch and bulbs, all seem okmike pole - 1998 Jeep Cherokee - Brakes - 10/13/2011did notice that when headlights are pulled on radio and milage lights go dim-
10/13/2011 jdlDid you check for voltage, anywhere? Use a digital multimeter. At the rear brakes, white wire with tan tracer is voltage for the brake lites, when brake switch is activated. Black wire is ground. -
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ABS brake light randomly comes on, what needs to fixed?Akeaking - 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Brakes - 10/6/2011Mileage is about 180K. Dealership said it was the brake Cam. Was wondering if I should check other options. I was quoted around $1000.00 for parts and labor. No set pattern for when ABS light comes on.-
9/20/2011 Spoon Sports"Was wondering if I should check other options." - The only option you should check is another shop. See if you get the same code and get a second opinion. I have heard stories of stealerships charging them an arm and a leg and still have the CEL ON.
Right now i cant tell you if its an expensive fix or not. Try calling shops and see what you can find...thats the only way chief.
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9/20/2011 chinasinoyThe ABS brake light on means your car has the obd2 trouble code, you need to check out the code. -
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How to fix the issue of P0573, brake switch, Circuit A ?ajay - 2005 Jeep Liberty - Brakes - 10/3/2011Engine light comes on every now and then but not on all the time, diagnostic showed code P0573 something to do with brake switch, can anyone help to resolve the issue. Thanks-
10/3/2011 yboy82Try to pull the knee bolster panel, driver side under steering wheel. And you will see the switch on a bracket near the top of the brake pedal. And then check the wires/connection of your switch or replace the switch.
12/25/2011 ajayThanks, I located the switch... and i see there is another cable with yellow terminal hanging don't know where that goes. Please advise the part number and name. Thanks will truly appreciate.
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Rear passenger side wheel is making a grinding noise and locks up when backing up.Dale - 2004 Jeep Wrangler (TJ) - Brakes - 9/27/2011-
9/27/2011 Desert Racerif you have drum brakes in the rear sounds like your brakes are coming apart.. Serious problem . If you can take it apart and have a look.. If you can't do it ... take it to a shop and have it checked.. as soon as possible..
9/27/2011 DaleThey are drum brakes. Thanks for the response. Is this an expensive repair?
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What mm rotor goes on my 2002 jeep wrangler sahara a 78mm or a 82mmshugandshell - 2002 Jeep Wrangler (TJ) - Brakes - 9/23/2011-
9/22/2011 yboy82Did you already check out this link http://www.jeepforum.com/forum/f9/rotor-size-1190760/ for your query? -
9/23/2011 HouseCallAutoWhen I look up rotors for your vehicle I see no choice of picking one size over another. I do not even see a listing for a 78mm or 82 mm. What dimension does this refer to because I don;'t see it?
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Rear brakes not working.donald - 2000 Jeep - Brakes - 9/22/2011I have replaced brake lines, shoes and adjusted. rear brakes grab then release 2wd and 4wd. Seems to be a problem with Jeep Wranglers that have auto trans.-
9/22/2011 jlofwashdrum brake shoes are suppose to contact slightly the drum. jack up and try to spin the wheel do you hear the shoes hitting the drum? if you dont adjust them until you do.................... other wise the shoes have to travel too far to contact the drum, and the front brakes will contact before the shoes get close to the drum.
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I am from outside US, I want to order brake rotor parts, but can shipping do for international country?sufferi - 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee - Brakes - 9/13/2011 -
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9/11/2011 JimmNeed more information; is this a question about how to change the rear brakes? Or is this a question of how much the rear brakes repair may cost, as an estimate? Please reply with the issue you are having in the form of a question, so that further assistance can be provided.
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Hi, can you please confirm that the bendix brake calipers part numbers BFSL 55266 and BFSL55267 are definately in stock?Maurice - 1981 Jeep CJ7 - Brakes - 9/10/2011-
9/10/2011 JimmYou might check with the auto parts source that you ordered these items from. Try the many on-line auto parts sources, such as; www.RockAuto.com or www.autopartswarehouse.com. There are no auto parts sold directly from the AutoMD website.
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At 8000 miles rear brakes are gone front brakes are at 80 percent whycarl - 2011 Jeep Wrangler (JK) - Brakes - 8/29/2011jeep is a right hand drive used for delivering the mail on a rural mail route. it seems to lock the back brakes fist in a hard stop-
8/28/2011 HouseCallAutoI'm doing brakes for more than 30 years. Every time I hear of a fairly new vehicle with a situation where it wears out brakes prematurely there is always something unique about the way the vehicle is used. Your will have to experiment with different brands of pads to see which ones hold up best considering the type of driving you are doing. This stop and go mail delivery is always going to be your enemy to a large degree. You can start throwing other brake parts at it if you think it will change the brake life but I doubt it will. -
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