Thanks all for your help in trying to figure out my braking issue. Thought I'd post a follow-up in case anyone runs across this thread in a search...
Took car to the dealer to have it reviewed (and tire store for 2nd opinion). In my case the front left caliper is stuck a bit closed/rubbing, and...
Check the Check Engine codes.
I ran into this with a P0420 emissions/catalyst code, seems like when the engine has issues, the car automatically turns off traction control to protect the engine - which is a horrible design in bad winter weather.
For me, I recently got the code and loss of...
Thanks all for the replies... I was starting to think it might be a sticking piston, but this car is new to me, so I'm not yet familiar with the 'common quirks'. Your experiences confirm my thoughts.
As for stopping quickly, etc. Yes, I do allow a much greater following distance than most...
Hi,
quick summary of symptom: snow-covered roads here in Milwaukee... when I brake assertively, it feels like the back tires are breaking free, and the car starts spinning counter clockwise (butt comes around on the right)... It will swing about 10 degrees, and I've either let off the brakes...
