2006-09-09 19:24:31 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Actually, new brakes could squeal.. If he did put on new brake disc pads, the new pads must adjust themselves to old pattern created from the old pads. Until it wears down the rotor and pads till they match, you will have this sound.
2006-09-09 19:41:29 · answer #1 · answered by jimbo_wizard 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is possible the mechanic forgot to use the little package of treatment that comes in the box with most brake linings/pads. Don't know what's in that but it does help prevent squealing.
OR;
If you had to slam on the brakes hard when the brakes were new, you might have caused hardened spots to form on the brakes. If so the only way is to remove and sand them with sand paper.
2006-09-10 02:41:23 · answer #2 · answered by Harley Charley 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the car...some cars have anti-squeal shims (thin metal plates between the back of the pad and the cylinder piston, if these are not replaced with the pads that could be the problem. Alternatively put copper grease on the back of the pad and anywhere else the make contact with the caliper (NOT the friction part though!). Also make sure they are dust free, the slightest bit of dust or grit between the pad and disc will cause squealing.
2006-09-10 03:10:03 · answer #3 · answered by ade53 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your local Auto parts store and buy a can of "Brake-Clean" and try spraying it on you brake rotors. The "disk" you can see behind your wheels.
If you took your car to a "Car Wash" they may have sprayed wax on your rotors and they are now slipping and squealing.
2006-09-10 04:44:33 · answer #4 · answered by TommyTrouble 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most likely they just wern't lubed enough. The squeaking usually comes from the backing plate of the pads rubbing against the piston of the caliper. Rubbing together without lube causes vibrations which causes the squeak.
2006-09-10 02:44:02 · answer #5 · answered by Ian 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they probably disnt put grease on the brake pads if you didnt buy any for them ask the mechanic if they added the lubricant if not that is the problem to squeaking new brakes hope this helpes
2006-09-10 02:28:22 · answer #6 · answered by ify 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They need adjustment.Did he put new rotors on?New brake pads? Take them back to who ever worked on them & demand they be looked @ & fixed for free.
2006-09-10 02:30:08 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you got a bad brake job. new brakes that are installed correctly don't squeak. I wouldn't even bother going back to the mechanic who did the work, take your car to a reputable shop or dealer that can guarantee the work.
2006-09-10 02:32:21 · answer #8 · answered by ashtonk 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Sometimes new brakes will 'sequel' till they are worn in a little. I had that happen when I drove truck.
2006-09-10 02:41:50 · answer #9 · answered by theprez7 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
did they turn the rotors?
2006-09-10 02:29:59 · answer #10 · answered by tonyspurplekitten 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋