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Hi folks. I have a 2000 Chrysler Town and Country Van. I am occasionally experiencing a problem with my front brake calipers not fully releasing, causing drag and overheating. I replaced both calipers yesterday only to have the problem reoccur the same day.
Is this actually a ABS control valve problem, or a metering valve problem.
If this an ABS problem can it be repaired?
Thanks.
ED
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Visit Midas. or purchase/ borrow the service manual for the vehicle and teach yourself how to replace brake components and test system after completing replacement of pad or shoes. If you have done it before then the method is the same.
No. It is the brake hose that is going to the caliper. These deteriorate from the inside and clog up. I recommend that you do all of them. Once one goes the others are not far behind. Also to check this release the pressure from the caliper threw the bleeder valve, if it releases then it's the hose for sure. If it doesn't release at all then the caliper needs replaced.
that sholud be a brake light due to a parking brake engaged or not fully released it can also com on if there is a abs malfuntion or brake fluid is low. You need to get your brakes checked. If fluid is not low brakes are good and parking brake is not on you may need a brake switch.
change the caliper and the hose new brake pads and make sure to cut or replace the rotors everytime you change brake pads ! do not do brakes without cutting or replacing the rotors please ! hope this helps
I replaced the brake pads on a '94 Chrysler town and country, I had the rotors turned also, I did not use any anti-vibration substance on the shoes. I hear a clicking noise from front brakes.
You have two bolts to remove the caliper (it will still be attached to the flex hose). then use a C clamp to compress the caliper piston (one side on outside brake pad the other end on the back of the caliper). Inspect other components, replace pads and reinstall. I would highly recommend replacing rotors as well or at least having them turned. Its a pretty easy job if you have done similar jobs in the past.
I work for a brake repair shop and trust me you are not alone.Enterprise and alot of other people bought the same van and had the same trouble.I hate to say but it doesnt stop there.About every 14 to 15 thousand miles you have to replace the front pads.As of now they dont have an upgrade,for instance ceramic pads, but I am sure they will very soon
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