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When you apply brakes they make an squeeking sound what is causing this?
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∙ 15y ago
Typically disc brakes are known for being squeaky as opposed to drum brakes (although drum brakes can squeak, it's unusual) so I'll limit my answer to disc brakes. Disc brakes generally squeak for one of two reasons: Either they are resonating against the backplate of the caliper (a high-pitched vibration) or the brakes are so worn that the wear sensor is rubbing up against the disc and is making the noise. In the first case, when new brake pads are installed, there are a few ways that pad manufacturers deal with the potential for squeaky brakes: one is by using a gel that semi-hardens and is applied between the back of the brake pad and the caliper which acts as a dampener. Another way (and I'm sure there are more...) is to use a special metal or fiber intermediate shim between the brake pad and the caliper which also acts as a dampening device. If you brakes are squealing and driving you nuts and you just had them replaced - take them back to whomever replaced the pads and have them fix it - they probably left out the important device that prevents the squeak/squeal. If you are experiencing squeak without having recently replaced your brake pads: This is the other reason why your brake pads might squeak: nearly all disc brake pads have wear sensors. A wear sensor is a little tab of metal designed to squeal when the brakes are applied IF THEY ARE WORN OUT. If you brakes are squealing or squeaking, have them inspected.
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Your car has squeeking sound when the wheels turn round and round and its not the brakes what else could this noise be?
It could be the wheel barring hub.
What can cause a squeeking sound which starts once the car is warm but stops when turning and breaking?
It could be the brake "sqealers" telling you it is time to replace the brake pads. Have the brakes checked.
Why do you hear a clicking sound when you apply the brakes?
Your bicycle, or your hearing is defective
How do you tell if your brake pads are bad?
If you are driving and you hear a high pitch squeeling/screaching sound but when you apply the brakes the sound stops your brakes need replacing, this is called your brake squeeler.
When should the brakes be changed on a 2004 Toyota Highlander?
There is no 'set' answer for this question. Be aware that there are built-in warning devices on the brakes. When the pads are low you will begin hear a screeching sound whenever you apply the brakes. When you start hearing that sound consistently - it is time.
What would cause a loud winding noise only on the left front side and will stop if you turn the wheel to the left but then comes back when you straighten the wheel back up of a 2002 Saturn?
When the disk brake pads wear down the "sensor" touches the rotor, causing a high-pitched sound to warn you that it's time to service the brakes. If the sound changes when you apply the brakes, you should have the brakes checked. You may need to replace the pads.
Squeeking sound when turning?
A kind of shearing sound with high resonance , for example if motor is started with bubbles it would produce the sound what is like shearing
Your brakes are making a grinding sound when you apply the brakes on a vauxhall zafira?
The grinding sound means that the brake pads are worn down to metal and that sound you hear is metal to metal. you need to have the pads changed, the problem is that you will more than likely have to change the rotors also. The way to avoid this in the future is when you notice your brakes are making a squealing sound that means that the pads will need to be changed soon.
Why does your brakes make grinding sound even if you had brakes replaced?
You should take it back to the shop that replaced them and ask. It's possible that something is hung up somewhere that's causing the noise.
You have a 2000 Malibu and it is making a clicking sound when you apply the brakes what is it?
It's the brake calipers. Probably around $400 to replace in a shop.
What is causing the creeking sound in your car when making turns or going over bumps?
There are many issues that may cause a creaking sound. Most likely it is from the brakes, or low power steering fluid.
Is it safe to drive when brakes make ticking sound?
Get your brakes tested. I do not know what a ticking sound means.
