I have a 1999 Ford Escort and about a week ago my rotors started grinding (like metal on metal indicating it is time for new rotors and brake pads). Around the time that started to happen I would smell a burnt rubber odor every so often. So I changed my rotors and brake pads just yesterday. One of the brake pads was so worn the pad was gone and even some of the metal plate (this was probably what was grinding the rotor when I braked). Today I took the car out for no more than 15 minutes at a time and I would smell burnt rubber EVERY time I stopped. I thought the engine was overheating because it was HOT in there. When I drove it the last time (a short 15 minute, 10 mile drive) I found ONLY my driver side rim was really REALLY hot. What's wrong with my car and how much is this going to cost?Why is the driver side rim getting hot?Jack the car up and try turning the wheel in question. Its possible the caliper is sticking.Why is the driver side rim getting hot?Sounds like a stuck brake caliper not releasing the brake pads, causing braked on that rotor to drag.Why is the driver side rim getting hot?It could be the wheel bearing. But these usually have a grinding noise when they go. And when is that worn the wheel will wobble. But this is something to check. You may also want to recheck your installation of the rotor and pads. Look for any unusual wear spots on the caliper.Why is the driver side rim getting hot?your break caliber is stuckWhy is the driver side rim getting hot?price a set or one caliperWhy is the driver side rim getting hot?you have a caliper hanging up and getting hot.you better get ready to change the caliper and a new set of pads too. it also could be the slides where the caliper is bolted to. the slides might need to be cleaned.Why is the driver side rim getting hot?Driver side brake caliper is sticking (holding pads against rotor even when brake aint applied)
Or bad/worn wheel bearing, but my money is on the caliper
