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Question: can anyone help .....i have a 99 sunfire and sometimes when i put on the breaks

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mwalker1, 2.4L 4 Cylinder, Anderson, IN, December 03, 2011, 18:51
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it doesn't happen all the time...put when i put on the breaks the car will start skidding ..like jerking and keeps going what can it be ....it can happen just going 15mph

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    patrick mannion from Greg Solow's Engine Room, December 04, 2011, 00:21
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    I would remove all four wheels and inspect the brake linings for contamination/oil/grease. Visually inspect the lining materials for any abnormalities. If the Anti Lock Brakes are working correctly the brakes once they lock up will catch and release to maintain control of the vehicle. Perhaps find a parking lot that you can do a "panic stop" in and you will feel and hear the pedal pulsate if the ABS is working correctly.

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    mwalker1, December 10, 2011, 05:16
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    thank you!!!!!

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