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Old Jun 2, 2013 | 11:17 PM
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Break squeak

My breaks squeak when I first apply them when breaking. Happens on dry breaks at any time during driving just for a few seconds then stops.

Not sure I noticed this before I had my first oil change/tire rotation after purchase last fall (2009 model, 24K miles). I don't see any visual rutting in the rotors.

Called dealer the day after rotation and their inspection showed breaks were not close to needing replacement. It's been a few months since and no change.

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Old Jun 3, 2013 | 09:24 AM
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The squeak is actually vibration that usually shows up with very light pedal pressure. You could pop out the pads, clean the calipers really well, and then put some anti-seize on the back of the pads and reinstall. That should take care of it.
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Old Jun 3, 2013 | 03:17 PM
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Originally Posted by shivers
The squeak is actually vibration that usually shows up with very light pedal pressure. You could pop out the pads, clean the calipers really well, and then put some anti-seize on the back of the pads and reinstall. That should take care of it.
^ this good luck!
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Old Jun 3, 2013 | 03:42 PM
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Originally Posted by shivers
The squeak is actually vibration that usually shows up with very light pedal pressure. You could pop out the pads, clean the calipers really well, and then put some anti-seize on the back of the pads and reinstall. That should take care of it.
Did this and still squeaks after a couple thousand miles. Now I am waiting for the pads to wear low enough to just swap them out.
Although I am curious is it because there are two shims on the front pads, I wonder if I just remove one of the shims if the squeal will go away.
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Old Jul 12, 2013 | 09:32 PM
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Bumping this because I just started to notice a light squeal with light pressure on one side of my vehicle. Not sure if pads need replacement, may be due. Are pad replacements easy?
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Old Jul 12, 2013 | 11:36 PM
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Perhaps this is your problem. Breaks are for getting a cup of coffee at work. Brakes are devices to stop a car.
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Old Jul 13, 2013 | 01:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Chekov
Perhaps this is your problem. Breaks are for getting a cup of coffee at work. Brakes are devices to stop a car.
You just lost 861 points and 1 level for that post....you know that right?
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Old Jul 13, 2013 | 09:03 AM
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Originally Posted by Rad_Slinger
You just lost 861 points and 1 level for that post....you know that right?
But he did gain at least 2 "thanks"
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Old Jul 13, 2013 | 01:20 PM
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But he did gain at least 2 "thanks"
That’s why I like the revised system. My compulsions to correct grammar are better received.
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