Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Pull, Uneven or Grabbing Brakes

1. Frozen or seized pistons.
2. Brake fluid, oil or grease on linings.
3. Caliper out of alignment with rotor.
4. Loose caliper attachment.
5. Unequal front tire pressure.
6. Incorrect front end alignment.
7. Lining protruding beyond end of shoe.
8. Parking brake cables incorrectly adjusted or seized.
9. Rear height-sensing proportioning valve out of adjustment.
10. Improperly adjusted, worn or damaged wheel bearing.
11. Brake lining on one side contaminated.
12. Backing plate bent or loose on one side.
13. Brake lining improperly seated with drum or rotor.
14. Brake lining water soaked.