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Fault diagnosis
Vehicle pulls to one side during braking: clues to caliper sticking
The vehicle pulls to one side during braking, possibly with uneven brake pad wear on the same axle.
Vehicle pulls to one side during braking: clues to caliper sticking
Symptoms
- The vehicle pulls to one side during braking, possibly with uneven brake pad wear on the same axle. [1]
Possible causes
- Sticking caliper guide pins or pistons may cause this symptom. [1]
Checks
- Remove and inspect the brake pads on the same axle for differences in wear, and inspect the guide pins, pistons and brake discs. [1]
What to do
- After confirming this type of sticking, repair the caliper sliding components and pistons, and replace the affected brake pad set. [1]
Applicability and limits
- Applies to the disc brake troubleshooting described in the reference; no model, model year or powertrain scope is given. No site brand/model dictionary mapping has yet been made; this cannot establish vehicle fitment. Scope: unknown [1]
Related part categories
- Brake calipers and guide pins [1]
- Brake pads [1]
Sources
[Source 1] Ferodo: Brake Noise — Issues And Solutions — MEDIUM FREQUENCY VIBRATIONS — SQUEAL; UNEVEN WEAR WITHIN AXLE (accessed 2026-10-30)
https://www.ferodo.com/es-us/technical/tech-tips/brake-noise-tips.html
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