Is it bad if your brakes screech?
Fact: Ongoing brake noises are a safety concern. Malfunctioning or worn-out brakes may not deliver the stopping power you need. Brakes that always screech under certain circumstances or noises that become louder and more frequent may indicate that it is time to replace the brake pads.
When I slow down my car squeaks?
As described in some owner’s manuals, the squealing noise is caused by high-frequency vibration of the brake pads against the rotating disc. You should notice, as you keep your foot on the brake pedal and the vehicle continues slowing down, that the squealing noise decreases and then stops as the vehicle stops.
Why does my 2006 Corolla make a weird noise?
I had similar issue in my 2006 Corolla. Weird rear brake noise. Replaced shoes and surfaced the drums first. Noise disappeared for about a week and then gradually returned. Then I installed new shoes and drums – the same story – noise returned.
What kind of brakes do you use on a Toyota?
You MUST use toyota brake shoes and especially the Toyota drums!!!!! Tried two sets of Autozone break shoes and drums and then replaced with Toyota brake shoes – still had the problem. I them replaced drums with Toyota brand at $153 each however that fixed the problem.
Why is there a knocking noise in my Toyota?
Noise disappeared for about a week and then gradually returned. Then I installed new shoes and drums – the same story – noise returned. Took the car to the shop and they replaced shoes and drums again – no help. Finally what resolved the problem – is when the shop put Toyota shoes.
What kind of car is a Toyota Corolla?
Hello, fellow Toyota owners! I have a 2007 Corolla that I purchased used about 3 years ago. Besides the normal maintenance tasks (oil change & other fluid checks, rotating tires, etc.) it’s been a great car and luckily I really haven’t had to have any other work done.