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[MoPHo]

I just got a used 1993 Honda Accord from my neighbor. The thing has 110k miles on it and was very well taken care off. Only thing that seems to be weird about it is the brakes.

When I am driving at 50+ mph and touch the brakes, it feels like the anti-lock brakes come on. It's not as powerful as when a car is sliding and they kick in, but it's the same general feeling. The car also steers towards the right when I do this. I'm wondering if anyone here would know of any reasons that might cause this. I was thinking it could be one of a suspension, brake fluid, or brake issue. The pressure is normal in all the tires. On Monday I plan on bringing it to a mechanic to have him look at everything, but if someone here has had this happen it would be alot easier to explain to the mechanic.

I'm putting this up as I'm about to go Google this so if you find a Google link or something, just post it. Appreciate any help you guys can give.

Edit: Oh and it happens on dry surfaces. Just in case anyone was wondering.

 

[chowmein]

brake alignment

 

[MoPHo]

Originally posted by: chowmein
brake alignment

I think thats the issue w/ the steering to the right, but do you think that the ABS feeling is that as well?

 

[AnonymouseUser]

You may have the right front brake binding and causing (near) lockup, which triggers the ABS.

 

[Zenmervolt]

Either a warped rotor on the right side or a sticking caliper, same side. If it's a sticking caliper, you'll want to replace the rotor anyway. Also, you should always at least replace the rotors in pairs (either both front or both rear or all 4).

I believe (am not sure and didn't look it up) that the DX and LX '93 Accords had disc brakes only on the front, which means you should be able to ignore the rear brakes as the potential problem.

It is definitely a brake hardware issue though. 99% sure it's a warped rotor, probably warped because the caliper (or calipers) are sticking. At a shop, you're probably looking at $500 in parts and labor to buy two new rotors and rebuild/replace the sticking caliper(s).

ZV

 

[MoPHo]

Originally posted by: Zenmervolt
Either a warped rotor on the right side or a sticking caliper, same side. If it's a sticking caliper, you'll want to replace the rotor anyway. Also, you should always at least replace the rotors in pairs (either both front or both rear or all 4).

I believe (am not sure and didn't look it up) that the DX and LX '93 Accords had disc brakes only on the front, which means you should be able to ignore the rear brakes as the potential problem.

It is definitely a brake hardware issue though. 99% sure it's a warped rotor, probably warped because the caliper (or calipers) are sticking. At a shop, you're probably looking at $500 in parts and labor to buy two new rotors and rebuild/replace the sticking caliper(s).

ZV

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[JACKHAMMER]

Originally posted by: Zenmervolt
Either a warped rotor on the right side or a sticking caliper, same side. If it's a sticking caliper, you'll want to replace the rotor anyway. Also, you should always at least replace the rotors in pairs (either both front or both rear or all 4).

I believe (am not sure and didn't look it up) that the DX and LX '93 Accords had disc brakes only on the front, which means you should be able to ignore the rear brakes as the potential problem.

It is definitely a brake hardware issue though. 99% sure it's a warped rotor, probably warped because the caliper (or calipers) are sticking. At a shop, you're probably looking at $500 in parts and labor to buy two new rotors and rebuild/replace the sticking caliper(s).

ZV

Beat me to it.

 

[MoPHo]

Originally posted by: JACKHAMMER

Originally posted by: Zenmervolt
Either a warped rotor on the right side or a sticking caliper, same side. If it's a sticking caliper, you'll want to replace the rotor anyway. Also, you should always at least replace the rotors in pairs (either both front or both rear or all 4).

I believe (am not sure and didn't look it up) that the DX and LX '93 Accords had disc brakes only on the front, which means you should be able to ignore the rear brakes as the potential problem.

It is definitely a brake hardware issue though. 99% sure it's a warped rotor, probably warped because the caliper (or calipers) are sticking. At a shop, you're probably looking at $500 in parts and labor to buy two new rotors and rebuild/replace the sticking caliper(s).

ZV

Beat me to it.

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[Zenmervolt]

A good way to "test" for a warped rotor (if you have an automatic transmission and a very good "feel" for the car) is to sit at a stop with the brakes just barely on enough to hold the car still, then lift off the brake pedal just the tiniest bit and see if the car kind of creeps, then slows, then creeps. The rotor will provide more resistance at the spot that it's warped, so there will be extra friction for maybe 45 degrees of rotation on the affected wheel.

It does take a good bit of knowing the car to do though. You're probably best off to just take it to a mechanic unless you've done a lot of mechanical work. 🙂

ZV