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Postby iwannafto » Thu Jul 06, 2006 12:19 pm

Driving into the office this morning and the car felt very sluggish. I couldn't accelerate and the steering wheel started to vibrate. Also, when I arrived I noticed that there was a very distinct burning smell. Any thoughts on this would be much appreciated.
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Postby Dave » Thu Jul 06, 2006 12:23 pm

sounds like a a piston on your front brakes is sticking!!
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Postby iwannafto » Thu Jul 06, 2006 12:24 pm

Any info on how I could rectify the problem or will I need to take it to a mechanic.
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Postby Dave » Thu Jul 06, 2006 12:27 pm

well if it's a once off you could just take it to a quite road and brake really hard and do it a few times, that should pop it, otherwise, it may be a seal, have a search on the site, i actually have a piston seal kit going if you need one.
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Postby Dave » Thu Jul 06, 2006 12:31 pm

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