I changed the brake pads and caliber and now car won't move

What is your question?

This is first time drove fine getting to my house but now cant leave can it be wrong parts

Oct 18, 2015

Popular Answer

What are the best Pontiac repair shops?

RepairPal Certified shops can diagnose and repair your 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. They provide transparent pricing with a minimum 12-month or 12,000-mile warranty on repairs and services.

2002 Pontiac Sunfire auto repair 2002 Pontiac Sunfire estimates 2002 Pontiac Sunfire questions 2002 Pontiac Sunfire problems 2002 Pontiac Sunfire recalls

What is your question?

Popular Answer

I changed the brake pads and caliber and now car won't move

What is your question?

This is first time drove fine getting to my house but now cant leave can it be wrong parts

Simmons christopher in Sanford FL

Oct 18, 2015

2 Replies

Popular Answer

pushrodon Oct 18, 2015

Jack car up ....Open bleeder screw to see if pressure on caliper, if fluid comes out and wheel frees up... Post results for more info.

Simmons christopheron Oct 18, 2015

Now it moves but making rattling sound can it be wrong size

pushrodon Oct 18, 2015

That's will have to be inspected to be able to tell anything about proper fit... You could compare the new pads with the old pads to see if the metal part is the same... Good luck to you... Be careful with your brakes... Get hands-on help if needed!!

Reply in Thread

InmonAutoon Oct 19, 2015

Hi Christopher - Many GM vehicles are equipped with aluminum brake calipers which can bind after installing new pads. That may be why your Pontiac "won't move" now. Even "new" or remanufactured aluminum calipers can be problematic. (Frankly we've seen it happen with steel on occasion too, but aluminum calipers are always a concern.) If you're up to it, I would first remove the newly installed calipers and inspect their ability to slide in and out. Your other option is to find a trustworthy local independent shop to sort it out for you. Either way, properly functioning brakes are critical to your driving safety. Not a place to cut corners or take short cuts. Good luck!

Join the conversation!

Popular Answer

What are the best Pontiac repair shops?

RepairPal Certified shops can diagnose and repair your 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. They provide transparent pricing with a minimum 12-month or 12,000-mile warranty on repairs and services.