2001 E-450 front calipers siezed-what now?
First trip of the season and I noticed a rolling resistance and brake burning smell. Then I noticed the temp on the tire sensor climbing. Got up to 178! At that point they unsiezed and the temp droppe...
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One of the most common reasons for the front brakes locking up, or freezing up on the C class is the cab over bunk. Water, dew, AC water often drip on the front wheel and some splashes on the calipers. The front calipers have slides to let them work and it has grease on it. The water washes off the grease. Then the rust cause them to freeze up. Using front wheel covers will help. This applys to Ford, Chevy and Dodge. Most shops just replace the calipers instead of doing the service to them.
