Wetness inside front driver-side wheel

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Nov 10, 2019 | 11:06 PM

sgc2c

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Wetness inside front driver-side wheel

See the pictures.
I was able to see a yellowish liquid here earlier,
now running down the driveway. Not a whole lot
of it (yet) but I wonder how much longer ‘til something
bursts. What is it and what should I do?
Thanks in advance to anyone who can help.

Nov 11, 2019 | 06:46 AM

carbon coupe

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Looks like your brake caliper is leaking. I would not dive the truck and get that fixed right away. This is a safety issue.

Nov 11, 2019 | 07:05 AM

projectSHO89

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Concur, the location does indicate brake fluid, urgent safety concern.

Nov 11, 2019 | 09:17 AM

sgc2c

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Here’s what the brake fluid reservoir looks like:

Nov 11, 2019 | 07:59 PM

Cocky EX

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Quote:

Originally Posted by carbon coupe

Looks like your brake caliper is leaking. I would not dive the truck and get that fixed right away. This is a safety issue.

+1 You don't want to lose brakes unexpectedly in a vehicle this heavy!

Nov 11, 2019 | 08:28 PM

SmackDaddy

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Jesus Christ you need to get that fixed and do some research on your truck so you can identify these issues. Not being rude but owning these older vehicles is high maintenance. Look up top at the tech folder, lots of good info!