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Old Aug 7, 2004 | 03:38 AM
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Brakes Problem?

After driving home from work, I notice that the right front wheel was making a squealing/squeeking noise(almost like the sound of a loose bearing). When I coast or accelerate, the sound continues but when I brake, there is no noise. Brakes still have the same good response, no problems at all. Does anyone know what it could be? It seems that it's only coming from the right front wheel. Also, dunno if this helps, but the right front wheel is usually the dirtiest out of all my rims. Any help is appreciated.
 
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Old Aug 7, 2004 | 08:33 AM
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Definitly worn pads. The squeeling is caused by the brake pad sensor. Make sure you lube the caliper guides so that the calipers operate more equally.
 
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Old Aug 7, 2004 | 01:14 PM
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So it looks like it is time for some new pads...What do you guys suggest as a replacement? I don't want to go with Ceramic cuz there is a chance I may crack my rotors
 
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Old Jul 9, 2010 | 11:33 PM
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Originally Posted by jimkalfakis
Definitly worn pads. The squeeling is caused by the brake pad sensor. Make sure you lube the caliper guides so that the calipers operate more equally.
I always hear metallic scraping noises, on the other hand, my brake linings are worn out caused by vibration between my rotors and calipers. does this means I need to replaced it?
 

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Old Jul 10, 2010 | 12:36 PM
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A friend of mine just lost a wheel on the freeway due to a dry, worn wheel bearing, thought it was the brakes.......... be sure to check these as well.
 
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