when I have to stop at a moments notice...2001 Grand Prix...brakes are good?
2006-10-12 06:42:30 · 10 answers · asked by Pooks 6 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Any front alignment problem or underinflated front tire could cause a pull to one side on braking.
Other causes are part of the brake system: although you say your brakes are good, I assume you just mean they have enough pads or linings on them.
A bad rubber flex line can restrict fluid to one side, making it pull to the opposite side
A frozen caliper will not brake corectly, making it pull to the opposite side.
Leaky rear wheel cylinders can soak down rear brake shoes making a pull to one side
If the pedal is low, there could be air in the system somewhere
The proportioning valve system or antilock brake system may have a problem.
2006-10-12 06:45:32 · answer #1 · answered by econofix 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Normally a car will pull to one side when when the brakes are applied meaning it needs an alignment. Might want to check the air pressure in your tires this can cause some of it as well. Check around with different places on price of alignment they can vary a lot.
2006-10-12 06:54:16 · answer #2 · answered by misstigeress 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have your alignment checked. I only know a few things about cars, but thats what I thought of first. Maybe something is up with your steering column as well. Be careful. Dont put any kids in the car until you know for sure though and wear your seatbelt.
2006-10-12 06:55:08 · answer #3 · answered by Jessiejenns 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Usually it is because of a tyre being under inflated. If it happend suddenly could be track rod ends (not too expensive) or if it is only when you brake, get the brakes checked.
2006-10-12 06:50:29 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Either proportion valve or incorrectly installed brakes or brake parts. Could also be a defective caliper. If it wonders while driving then it might be alignment.
2006-10-12 06:44:51 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like your tires have bad air pressure. Try putting the correct air pressure in them.
2006-10-12 06:45:07 · answer #6 · answered by cows4me79 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Check your tire pressure, it may be something as simple as that.
2006-10-12 06:45:45 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Allignment, bearings, bushings, or struts.
2006-10-12 06:49:58 · answer #8 · answered by DEATH 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you may need a wheel alignment
2006-10-12 06:45:11 · answer #9 · answered by Raina B 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
could be any of what has been mentioned or even a warped disc.
2006-10-12 06:47:58 · answer #10 · answered by abel g 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋