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2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2dr Conv Man

2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata
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Rear Wheel Drive, 2 Door Convertible, Two Seater
21 mpg city / 28 mpg hwy
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August 22, 2008, 2:02 pm

Bobbie V
 

Question: brakes locking up while driving

my brakes are locking up while in driving. appears to lock up more when outside temp is elevated


October 3, 2009, 1:57 pm

Vince A
 

Bobbie -
I think it sounds like air in the brake system. When it gets hot, air expands and starts to push on the brakes. But if there is air in the system, your brake pedal should feel soft.
If it feels soft or there is alot of travel on the brake pedal, get some one to bleed your brakes. Go to Sears. See if they still do a brake inspection for free.


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