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Posted on May 30, 2009

Clanking noise after turning and sometimes when turning

The driver's side, the front wheel end,has a leak but all levels of oil,water,transmission fluids are full when checked. There is a clanking noise and a second's loss of brake when turning. Mechanics say forget it but the loss of brake for even a second or two is nerve-racking. What can I tell my mechanic to check?

  • meajp102 May 31, 2009

    the brake fluid is fine and I don't know where the leak is but it shows on a mat about a foot and a little from the tire

  • Anonymous May 11, 2010

    Can you tell where the leak is specifically?



    Sounds like the brake caliper could be leaking fluid. Have you checked the brake fluid lately? Are there any warning lights?

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