Rear brakes

Asked by Paislee Jul 07, 2017 at 05:57 PM about the 2003 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I replaced my back brakes and they don't
even have 8,000 miles on them and I need
another set. Why would they go bad so quick
and often

1 Answer
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Brian answered 7 years ago

Caliper pistons may not be retracting back properly in the bore when releasing the brakes. It's a good idea to bleed the brake lines when doing even a basic service.

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