What is the solution for brake pads not retracting?

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SophiaRose
07/29/25 11:45pm
Here are the solutions for brake pads not retracting: 1. Check if the brake fluid is insufficient, and inspect for oil leaks at the brake wheel cylinders, pipelines, and joints; determine if the master cylinder or wheel cylinder components are damaged. 2. Drive the vehicle to a 4S shop for inspection to check if the brake lines or brake wheel cylinders are damaged, and have them repaired. Additional information on the causes of brake pedals not retracting: 1. Caused by the brake wheel cylinder not retracting. It is recommended to check if the piston of the brake wheel cylinder is stuck due to dirt. 2. Caused by the fixed guide pin of the brake wheel cylinder getting stuck, preventing the wheel cylinder from retracting. The solution is to remove the brake wheel cylinder, take out the guide pin, polish it with fine sandpaper, apply grease, and then reinstall it.
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