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Old November 12th, 2016, 10:52 AM
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Hey guys, I just bought a 2004 trailblazer LS and when it driving it home from the dealership the brakes seemed to progressively lock up. They were fine until I drove for about 10 minutes, then they started to brake by themselves. Any ideas on what could cause this? I think air in the lines, but would love some other input. Thanks.

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I think more than likely it would be a stuck caliper.
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Originally Posted by oldchevy
I think more than likely it would be a stuck caliper.
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Even if they're fine when I first start off?
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Is it pulling without or with braking, and to any side specific?
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It seemed to do it even if I barely used my brakes. And I didn't seem to notice pulling to one side more than the other.

I'd also like to add that I think the car sat at the dealership for a while before I bought it.




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