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Symptom B: Brakes Excessively Hot While Driving

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SYMPTOM B: BRAKES EXCESSIVELY HOT WHILE DRIVING

Cause Solution
Vent Bore In Master Cylinder Clogged Overhaul Master Brake Cylinder
No Play Between Push Rod & Master Cylinder Piston Adjust Push Rod
Swollen Rubber Parts Due To Use Of Wrong Brake Fluid Overhaul Master Brake Cylinder, Or Replace If Necessary
Vent Bore In Expansion Tank Clogged Clean Expansion Tank
Corroded Floating Calipers Remove & Install, Repair Or Replace Floating Calipers
Cross Spring Broken Replace Cross Spring
Handbrake Lever Not Released Fully Check Handbrake & Handbrake Cables, Repair If Necessary