Why does my rear brake make a noise?

Why does my rear brake make a noise?

Rear Brake Noise. Under light braking loads and especially after fitting of new pads and or rotors it is quite common to hear rear brake noise.

Why do new brake pads and rotors make a weird grinding sound?

It’s weird because it doesn’t happen all the time – which leads me to believe that the pads and rotors aren’t damaged. If it happens in wet/cold conditions and only the first time or two of braking then it would make sense. The rotors could get a little surface rust on them in wet conditions if the car has been sitting for awhile.

Why do my brakes Squeak after new pads?

All of this can adhere to a rotor and cause that noise, especially if your rotor is uneven. As mentioned, new pads are typically abrasive and are sometimes coated with protective elements that can cause noise. After some wear, sometimes referred to as a “bedding process,” that brake pad squeak will go away.

How long does rear brake pad noise last?

EBC Brakes is at the time of this article developing a new material processing method that “Deadens “ brake noise in a very unique way and we hope to launch these new generation materials during 2010. Until then in some cases rear brake pad noise will endure for 1500 -2000 miles on certain cars.

Why does my Car Make Noise after new pads and rotors?

By ignoring your vehicle’s moaning and groaning could cost you a lot of money to repair down the road and even more dangerous. One of the major cause of brakes noise after new pads and rotors is having excess brake dust that is trapped between the caliper and the rotor.

Why are my rear brakes making a grinding noise?

Common reasons for this to happen: Worn Brake Pads: Obviously, the most common potential problem here is worn out rear pads (or shoes if you have drum brakes). If you notice a loud grinding sound, it could be the metal backing plate from the pads making contact with the rotor.

When does the rear brake noise go away?

Under light braking loads and especially after fitting of new pads and or rotors it is quite common to hear rear brake noise. This will go away after time but the amount of time depends on several things.

What makes a loud noise at the rear of the car?

Loud noise is coming from rear brakes Inspection Service Depending on the make and model you drive, you might have disc brakes on the front and drum brakes on the rear, or you could have four-wheel disc brakes. These are becoming more and more common today.

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