Truck Pulling to Right When Braking.

[Darwinian_Crusader]

I just developed this problem this morning on my drive to class. When I use my brakes, my 4Runner will pull to the right fairly hard. I haven't had a chance to crawl under it and look at anything yet but am just wondering what some common causes of that issue would be.

Some background info:
98 SR5.
Tundra brake upgrade with less than 5000 miles on the new parts.
O'reilly Calipers with Brembo pads and rotors.
Drove through some mud on my way home last night.

Thanks in advance.

 

[gamefreakgc]

If there was mud on the rotors or pads it would make them slip but it will eventually clean off. If it pulls right then it's the left caliper/pads acting up.

Do a complete visual check for any leaks or abnormalities (you'll need to remove the wheel). Check your brake fluid level and if it's gone down at all you've got a leak. If none, bleed the front brakes with the engine on (makes a difference).

If that doesn't cure it then 90% sure it's your left front caliper gone bad. It's not a sure fire thing though since there's not always evidence that it has bit the dust.

 

[Darwinian_Crusader]

If there was mud on the rotors or pads it would make them slip but it will eventually clean off. If it pulls right then it's the left caliper/pads acting up.

Do a complete visual check for any leaks or abnormalities (you'll need to remove the wheel). Check your brake fluid level and if it's gone down at all you've got a leak. If none, bleed the front brakes with the engine on (makes a difference).

If that doesn't cure it then 90% sure it's your left front caliper gone bad. It's not a sure fire thing though since there's not always evidence that it has bit the dust.

Thanks for the response. They must have just been dirty since the problem corrected itself after a short drive.

 

[ajonesnv]

If it happens any more check you lower A-Arm bushings as well.

 

[Darwinian_Crusader]

Will do, thanks.