Car Pulls To One Side When Braking?

If your vehicle pulls to one side during braking, there is a problem with the brakes on one side of the car (one side is working more than the other side). Find out solutions to the problem here.

Caused by: Damaged pad or oil/grease contamination on brake pad or shoe.

Solution: Inspect and clean as necessary. Find and repair cause of oil/grease if possible.

Caused by: Drum adjuster improperly installed.

Solution: Check adjuster for proper installation and operation. See page on adjusting drum brakes

Caused by: Defective caliper piston or sliding mechanism.

Solution: Inspect sliding pins and caliper piston for damage, binding or stuck components.

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