99 tacoma

I have a 99 Tacoma, automatic, the smallest basic model of that year. Lately, I've noticed my truck slightly veering to the right when I brake. When I brake, I can also hear a noise light a soft pulse noise and the brake pedal pulses real softly. Could it be my left caliper or is there brake fluid leaking? What's the first thing to do?

nothing is wrong with the caliper. its your rotor. you can just go to the shop and get your rotors turned. i think it could also be that your tires need balancing but it might not if your truck doesnt shake at higher speeds. hope that helps.

No the truck doesn't shake at high speeds. I notice the veering more when I brake when I'm going over 55 mph. I had the rotors replaced in the rear tires about 6 months ago. The guy who replaced then was pounding real hard. I'm afraid he might have ruined a caliper. But you say it might not be a caliper. Does the 99 model have brakes on all four wheels?

Yes it has brakes on all four wheels. The rear brakes are drum brakes and do not have rotors. I assume you had brake shoes replaced.

The brake pull you describe can be caused by a rotor. It could also be caused by wheels out of alignment, badly worn tires or defective caliper. Defective calipers can cause a brake pull. If there is any doubt about wheel alignment or the condition of the tires correct them first. If tires and alignment are good have the front brakes inspected and replace or repair worn parts a needed.