Driver side passenger wheel on a 98 s-10 blazer has a hot oil smell, and excessive heat coming from it after driving. I did have brakes put on 3 months ago, but the problem just started? is a brake stuck, bad bearing, any other suggestions?
2006-12-18 16:20:14 · 10 answers · asked by fire 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
its very possible you have a bad bearing in it,,its not un-common to see this happen,,it could also be a brake stuck on it,,but you said it smelled like hot grease,,id say its a bad bearing,,i have repaired a few of them liker this,,you need to have it checked out real soon if its a bearing it may lock up on you ,and a brake will run hot and ruin a good brake drum,,either way it could become a safety issue ,you really need to have it checked out as soon as you can ,good luck with it,hope this help,s.,,have a good x-mas.
2006-12-18 16:27:10 · answer #1 · answered by dodge man 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Either stuck brakes or a bad bearing. The excessive heat makes it more likely that it's your brakes.
Pull your tire off and try to get the drum off. If it's stuck, you may have to back off the adjuster. Check to make sure that you can push the two pads together. If you can't move them by hand your wheel cylinder is toast.
2006-12-19 02:46:41 · answer #2 · answered by Tim B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like the bearings in the hub are worn out or the rear
brakes are not disengaging from the rotors or the drums.
Have it looked at as soon as possible as not to cause any
damage or more damage. Leaving the parking brake on
while driving can make a smell from the excessive friction.
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2006-12-18 16:24:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
98 Blazer with drum brakes on the rear? Sounds to me like the rear axle seal is blown.This allows diff fluid to get on the brake shoes and drums.You'll need to replace the axle seal and redo the brake too .Sorry but once oil get on them they're toast.Also check that your e brake cables are free. Blazer are bad for cable freezing up too.
2006-12-18 16:30:30 · answer #4 · answered by Rudedude 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
is that this a 2002 or 2008 ? If it somewhat is an 2002 learn the rear brakes that there no locked up or that there's no axle grease leaking (considered inspection) and burning off on the rotor. If it an 2008 positioned across it to the dealership. interior the experience that your nonetheless uncertain take it to somebody rapidly.
2016-10-15 05:29:01 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
too much of brake oil sedimented out side the drum or brake linings tight. Even if you use the brake too much like when you are driving down hill also gives out too much of heat and smell.
2006-12-18 16:29:07 · answer #6 · answered by Muruks 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well is it rear drum breaks or disk ... if its drum its most likely the hydraulic leaking brake fluid and if it is the the heat would be because the brake is stuck on but if its disk the the caliper is prob seized either case bring it in again (might still be under warranty?) brakes are important but 80%of your breaking power is in the front.
2006-12-18 16:26:49 · answer #7 · answered by angelgodz 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
siezed brake or brakecable,oil smell may be cooked axle seal or brake fluid
2006-12-18 16:22:48 · answer #8 · answered by doug b 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You didn't say how many miles on it.. sounds like a wheel bearing..don't go too long and ruin the axle too.
2006-12-18 16:24:34 · answer #9 · answered by the_buccaru 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like your rear axle is shot
2006-12-18 16:25:59 · answer #10 · answered by Toby K 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋