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Question: burning rubber smell at left rear tire

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gylsheep1, 2.0L 4 Cylinder, Sheridan, IN, June 15, 2010, 08:19
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Would stuck calipers create a burning rubber odor? The steering wheel is also vibrating which would indicate warped rotors? any guesses would be great!

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    mastertech6371 June 15, 2010, 08:25
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    sure. a seized caliper, collapsed brake hose could cause the issue. also, there are pins that go into the caliper that seize as well. sounds like you are going to be replacing a lot to resolve your issue.

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