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2003 Cadillac CTS Base 4dr Sedan

2003 Cadillac CTS
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Rear Wheel Drive, 4 Door Sedan, Mid-Size
19 mpg city / 26 mpg hwy
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January 12, 2013, 5:52 pm

Javier V
 

Question: i put the brakes on the car and the back brakes got some how locked when you drive it it gets hot wi

rim heats up and it gets hot and wont move easly


January 19, 2013, 6:32 pm

Ron W
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Is the parking brake stuck on? If so, it needs to be mechanically released. Otherwise, it sounds like one or more calipers are sticking and you need your hydraulic brake circuit checked.


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