Re: Brakes Siezing
Most common and easiest cause to check (especially after being parked for the winter) is the brake pedal not fully returning.
Check that the pedal pivot is free and the return spring pull it up against the rubber bumper.
Check that the master cylinder push-rod has a slight bit of free play when the pedal retracts. Better to actually get under the car and check this.
If that seems OK, pull the boot back on the master and check that the piston comes back against the retainer washer.
If the fluid is clear you can look down inside the master to see this too.
While hoses go bad it is usually only one wheel and does not have as drastic lock up as you describe (usually just results in drag and a single "hot" brake.
Obviously your results may vary.
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