jonahwicky Posted December 1, 2012 Share Posted December 1, 2012 Hi from a newbie. I searched the forums and Google but couldn't find anything useful, so I'm reaching out for the collective wisdom here to help me solve my brake problem. I have a 1995 Legacy L 2.2 MT FWD, front disc brakes, rear drums. I don't think it has ABS, but not sure how to tell for sure. A few days ago the front left brake locked up. I pulled the brake cylinder and even though it looked fine, I replaced it. The pads are nearly new. After bleeding it, the brakes on this wheel are still locking up. On a hunch, I checked all the other wheels and found the right rear wheel also locked up. The other 2 wheels are fine. Now I'm suspecting a problem with the master cylinder. I loosened up one of the brake lines from the MC and the wheels released. Does this sound like I need a new MC? Is there a proportioning valve that could be the problem? It has the hill holder feature - could there be a problem with that component? A reconditioned MC is about $50. Would that be the way to go vs. rebuilding mine? I've never replaced a MC...are there any tricks to know about? Thanks in advance! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonahwicky Posted December 2, 2012 Author Share Posted December 2, 2012 Never mind, problem solved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZP Installs Posted December 3, 2012 Share Posted December 3, 2012 Never mind, problem solved. What was the solution? Just for future reference. -Mike Paisan http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/91072632.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/145749898/original.jpg http://www.pbase.com/paisan/image/133406601.jpg http://www.whiteline.com.au/images/logos/perf1.jpg 11+ Years Maintaining, Modifying and Educating TriState Subaru Enthusiasts. Call directly as We carry almost every manufacturer now, so before you buy parts call us. Like us on Facebook! | E-mail: sales@azpinstalls.com | 725 Fairfield Ave | Kenilworth, NJ 07033 | 908.248.AZP1 (2971) | T-1 Certified Amsoil Direct Jobber |AIM: AZP Installs "Race Tested, Enthusiast Approved!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andee Posted December 22, 2012 Share Posted December 22, 2012 I have the same vehicle that recently developed the same problem. I'd like to know what you did. I replaced the caliper and the rubber hose from the brake line to the cylinder, but no change. I've avoided locking the brakes so far by using a light touch on the pedal, especially when stopped. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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