Mk3 rear brakes

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Brian4663
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Mk3 rear brakes

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Hey all,still cant access the brakes section so i thought id ask here,my rear brakes are binding on,what are the common problems to look at on thes calipers

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Re: Mk3 rear brakes

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Make sure the arm that the handbrake cable goes to is free, they can get sticky and stop moving.
Also make sure the pads are evenly worn which if not is a good indicator of the caliper sliders seizing up. Make sure they slide easily.
Check the handbrake cable moves freely.
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