Brakes (A5)Question 58 of 120
A brake caliper that sticks and does not release will most likely cause:
a.A soft pedal only
b.Dragging, overheating, and pulling to that side
c.Loss of all braking
d.A hard pedal at all times
Explanation
A seized caliper keeps the pads applied, causing drag, excessive heat, uneven pad wear, and a pull toward that wheel. Overheated fluid can boil and reduce braking. Rebuilding or replacing the caliper and inspecting the slides and hose corrects it.
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