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Old 03-24-2015, 08:40 AM   #13 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by eddix View Post
Thanks for all the replies. Any thoughts on why the rear pads would need replacing with the front pads still at 90%? Since it's a front engine car, shouldn't the front pads go first?
Yes, the fronts should be far more worn than the rears. Something is going on. I would check the operation of the calipers first.

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Originally Posted by brancky3 View Post
It's possible that the calipers are sticking or the e-brake is slightly engaged. When the pads are changed check for uneven wear
The e-brake uses it's own braking drum on the rear wheel hubs. It does not interact with the brake pads.
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