hi
just picked up the Xantia from the mot station, along with a new mot certificate, on the advisery note it states that the front wheels just met the imbalance reguirement.
does anyone what this is and what is the cure.
regards
Front brake imbalance
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The most likely cause is a partially seized caliper due to a buildup of dirt and corrosion.
Pull the pads out, have a good look at them and give everyting a real good cleanup. Check the calipers are free to slide from side to side on their runners and that the pads are free to move within the caliper. Check the pads are wearing evenly. Uneven wear may indicate a partially seizing piston. If this is indicated, check the dust seal is intact on the piston and has not split and let water in to cause corrosion on the piston.
Check the handbrake cables are properly adjusted and that the automatic adjustment mechanism is working correctly on both calipers.
Pull the pads out, have a good look at them and give everyting a real good cleanup. Check the calipers are free to slide from side to side on their runners and that the pads are free to move within the caliper. Check the pads are wearing evenly. Uneven wear may indicate a partially seizing piston. If this is indicated, check the dust seal is intact on the piston and has not split and let water in to cause corrosion on the piston.
Check the handbrake cables are properly adjusted and that the automatic adjustment mechanism is working correctly on both calipers.
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It is also worth checking that the handbrake cables are free and not seized. Check the outer casing for any splits or breaks around the steering as this is where they are prone to fail. If you see any damage to the outer casing, but the cables are not seized, get some self-amalgamating tape and make an effective repair. It is also worth lubricating the exposed end with some light oil, but not WD40!
Although the cables are cheap enough, it is a pig of a job changing them, so anything that delays the replacement has to be good.
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Although the cables are cheap enough, it is a pig of a job changing them, so anything that delays the replacement has to be good.
Handyman