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#105 of 115 Re: 2001 Quad Cab Front Brake Problem [zeppelin64] by bpeebles May 28, 2009 (4:18 pm)
Replying to: zeppelin64 (May 27, 2009 7:16 pm) It sounds as if you have verified there is no air in LF hydrolic system so lets assume that is not issue. I suspect your RF is working normally and the LF pads are not generating the same "torque" as the RF. (not enough friction against the rotors)   You may be experiencing contaminated rotor surface.... even touching a rotor with your fingers may contaminate. Did you perhaps get some brake-grease on the pads when you had them out to replace rotor? Did you use copious flooding with brake-cleaner to degrease everything thoroughly?   Also, the pad-fingers may be "stuck" on the sliders if you did not file them smooth. EVERY TIME you have the Dak brakes apart it is a good idea to touch up the sliders with file to make sure there are no burrs which may 'catch' the pad-fingers.   The whooshing sound is normal caused by the vacuum-booster.
#106 of 115 Re: 2001 Quad Cab Front Brake Problem [zeppelin64] by jc727 Jul 01, 2009 (5:35 pm)
Replying to: zeppelin64 (May 27, 2009 7:16 pm) I have a 2001 I bought new and have had the front brakes left, right and both lock up or over heat, smoke every whereup on 3 different occasions, intervals of 30,000 miles between occurences or so have had rotors calipers and pads replaced all 3 times and it did it again today right front only. I am at a loss as how to fix problem,, Replies to this message: bpeebles (Jul 01, 2009 5:50 pm)
#107 of 115 Re: 2001 Quad Cab Front Brake Problem [jc727] by bpeebles Jul 01, 2009 (5:50 pm)
Replying to: jc727 (Jul 01, 2009 5:35 pm) The front brakes on Dak are whimpy (under sized for vehicle weight). The caliper pistons are made of phenolic. Cheap, rebuilt calipers are even worse than original-equipment.   Your only real option is to have some cash available to fix when it happens.   NOTE: if pads/rotors are not damaged... you can replace JUST the sticky caliper.   PS: I assume you know that if you continue to drive with sticky caliper, the wheel-bearings may cook and you can end up with VERY expensive repair on your hands.   YOU MUST REPLACE BRAKE FLUID EVERY 2-3 YEARS TO PREVENT INTERNAL CORROSION... this is true for EVERY vehicle on the road!!!
#108 of 115 Newly Purchased 2002 issues by jdrmm8400 Aug 17, 2009 (5:42 pm)
I recently purchased a 2002 Quad 4x4 with 4.7 and 45000 miles. I have a clunking sound coming from the front when I brake heavy. The dealer has replaced rotors, lines and pads (and DS front axle seal). I don't feel the clunk in the pedal, just in the front end. Also, today it was raining pretty heavy. Decided to try out the 4 hi. It would not disengage out of 4hi until I turned the truck off. BTW - the light did change from 4 hi to 2. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
#109 of 115 Rear brake issues by 02dak Aug 27, 2009 (8:21 am)
my 02 dakota locks up the rear brakes every time I touch the pedal. the master cylinder and proportional valve have been replaced and the drums have been adjusted all the way out. has anyone else run into this problem?? what did you do to fix it? Replies to this message: doctorhook (Aug 28, 2009 1:39 am) supertech1 (Sep 20, 2009 2:28 pm) doctorhook (Sep 23, 2009 1:01 am) supertech1 (Dec 04, 2009 5:54 pm)
#110 of 115 Re: Rear brake issues [02dak] by doctorhook Aug 28, 2009 (1:39 am)
Replying to: 02dak (Aug 27, 2009 8:21 am) I don't know how to fix but I have similar probem with my ' '01 Dakota. I think there should be a recall as many have problems in braking
#111 of 115 Re: Rear brake issues [02dak] by supertech1 Sep 20, 2009 (2:28 pm)
Replying to: 02dak (Aug 27, 2009 8:21 am) I also have an 02 dakota, rear brakes are very touchy and will lock up if braking hard. Used car dealer where I bought vehicle repaled drums, seemed to be ok for a while then started again. maybe something to do with abs system? Replies to this message: doctorhook (Sep 23, 2009 1:01 am) supertech1 (Dec 04, 2009 5:54 pm)
#112 of 115 Re: Rear brake issues [supertech1] by doctorhook Sep 23, 2009 (1:01 am)
Replying to: supertech1 (Sep 20, 2009 2:28 pm) well I don't think anyone would think that replacing drums would stop brakes from locking up I would go back to dealer till they get it right I think there is a serious problem in Dodge brakes that they don't want to admit too, similar to the ball joint run around When you get it fixed please post results I think it has to do with proportioning valve as I have changed master cylinder ,didn't help ,and have no leaks Replies to this message: supertech1 (Dec 04, 2009 5:54 pm)
#113 of 115 Braking and ABS by abitwise Oct 03, 2009 (12:59 pm)
#114 of 115 Braking and ABS by abitwise Oct 03, 2009 (12:59 pm)
1998 Dakota, 2WD, V6 3.9. Automatic trans.   With rear end lifted, engine running in gear rear wheels spin (as they should) but, when I apply the brakes the left rear wheel stops completely while the right rear continues to spin freely.   I was wondering, is this a normal function of the RWAL system, or is this a problem?

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