What are the causes of brake pull?
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The causes of brake pull include: 1. Severe uneven tire wear; 2. Uneven clearance between front wheel brake drums and friction pads; 3. Significant difference in contact surfaces of front wheel friction pads; 4. Loose fasteners in suspension components; 5. Frame deformation or front axle displacement; 6. Failure of brake pressure proportioning valve; 7. Loose brake caliper mounting bracket; 8. Worn or damaged wheel hub bearings; 9. Malfunctioning brake pressure proportioning valve. Solutions for brake pull are: 1. Replace tires; 2. Tighten suspension components; 3. Replace brake pressure proportioning valve; 4. Secure brake caliper mounting bracket; 5. Replace wheel hub bearings; 6. Replace brake pressure proportioning valve.
I've encountered brake pulling quite a few times. Like last time when I was driving on the highway, as soon as I hit the brakes, the car veered to the right, which really startled me. The root cause? Uneven tire pressure is the most common culprit. If the tires on either side have different pressures, the grip becomes unbalanced, and the car naturally pulls when braking. Then there are issues with the braking system itself, like uneven brake pad wear or a stuck brake caliper, which can cause one side to brake harder than the other. Suspension system faults also play a big role—things like worn-out shock absorbers or loose ball joints can make the car pull when forces aren't evenly distributed. And don't forget about chassis problems; if the chassis is deformed or corroded, the wheel alignment can be off, leading to pulling during braking. To avoid this, I recommend regularly checking tire pressure and getting a professional wheel alignment and brake maintenance every six months. Don't wait until there's a problem to take action.
