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the other day i had to hit the brake pretty hard, after which i got a scent of a burnt smell. and the brakes became much weaker, like i had to push the pedal to the bottom to get anything at all after that, which was a bit scary.

and when i could finally stop i put my hands over the wheels and they were definitely hot, but only on the left side.

then i let the car stay for like an hour.
when i got back, the wheels had cooled down, and the brakes worked like normal again, as far as i can tell. i haven't noticed any problems after that.

so, question 1: what the hell happened with brakes temporarily losing grip like that?
and 2: is there any chance it cause some small permanent damage that i can't feel just yet? should i go take it in to check it?

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You should take it in to get checked!

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if the check engine light aint on, you good...

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I am speed

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you could have glazed the pads

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I've had this happen due to icy roads. Get it checked. Brake pads are probably shot too

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alright.
i booked a time at a repair shop to take a look at it

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