Dragging feeling when driving...

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MissNix
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Post by MissNix »

Hello again,

sorry I only come on here when something's wrong, but I appreciate the advice!!

Last week my little 206 started feeling like it was being held back when I put my foot down, just suddenly stopped being as zippy as usual. It feels like there's something around the wheels dragging it, but I've looked and can't see anything, and I definitely haven't got any flat tyres as far as I can see.

Any ideas of what it might be / things I can check? Want to at least have an idea before I take it into the garage, and also want to get an idea of how long it might take to fix...

Many thanks yet again!

Nix :)
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GrandadMonkey
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Post by GrandadMonkey »

Sticking brake caliper?
Ron
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MissNix
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Post by MissNix »

If it is, can I check it myself??
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GrandadMonkey
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Post by GrandadMonkey »

Does one wheel get very hot after driving (don't burn yourself checking) - if so the caliper for that wheel could be sticking and holding the pads to the brake disc.

Jack up that wheel and spin it by hand - is there strong resistance accompanied by a rubbing sound? Compare it to the other wheel on that axle.
Ron
"If it ain't broke don't fix it!"
Golf 1.5 Tsi Evo SE Nav Estate Atlantic Blue
Polo 1.0 SEL DSG Reef Blue (wife's)
(Previously owned a 2005 206CC 1.6 Allure Moonstone for 10 years)
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