I have a '95 Cadillac Seville (it has four-wheel disc brakes). It makes a high-pitched warning sound when the car is moving and then the sound stops when I step on the brakes. Sometime it is the other way around and I hear the sound when I step on the brakes.
What do I need? New brake pads? New brake linings? I would like to have an idea of what it needs because I have heard that there are some mechanics that like to charge for things your car doesn't need.
2006-12-24 03:29:24 · 11 answers · asked by st_al_xii 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
the sound your hearing is most likely coming from a small metal tab thats built onto the brake pads that rub against the brake rotor ( Disc ) that lets you kno when the brake pads are worn to the point of needing to be replaced.What you will need to have done is have the brake pads replaced and the brake rotors ( Disc`s ) turned, which means that they need to be put on a lathe and smoothened.there is a possibility that with the age of the vehicle the brake Disc`s ( one or more ) could also be worn out and need replacing. if thats the case i suggest you call around and price them for yourself because they will charge more for them at a shop usually. i hope this info helps....
P.S. Linings,pads, shoes, all mean the same thing only differnt styles of brakes.
2006-12-24 03:50:05 · answer #1 · answered by davewho82861 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most likely, just brake pads ("linings" are a part of the pad, but it's rare to swap the linings without the rest of the pads). There are a few cases where you may need new rotors too, but this is not likely unless you feel the brake pedal pulsating.
2006-12-24 10:56:42 · answer #2 · answered by Mad Scientist Matt 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What your are hearing is the brake pad wear sensors touching the rotor surface.
Go www.autozone.com. They have photos and instructions.
If you have to ask these questions you should be taking the car to a garage.
You may need the rotors resurfaced or replaced. You will need new disc brake pads .
2006-12-24 04:34:32 · answer #3 · answered by R1volta 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pads. And they will probably make you smooth your rotors which really doesn't matter & costs $$. They say it makes the pads wear evenly. My grandfather was a mechanic his whole life and he said that you can live without it. And don't get the lifetime brake pads either - there is no such thing.
2006-12-24 03:33:20 · answer #4 · answered by Chula 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually it just the Pads need replaced. Look at your Brake Fluid Reservoir as the fluid level drops with Pad wear, if, there no leaks.
2006-12-24 03:49:19 · answer #5 · answered by Snaglefritz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I repair my vehicle, I bring it to a dealership. Tell them what the vehicle is doing. Most times a loaner car is avaiable, so ask. In my experience, when getting brakes replaced, get both the rotors and shoes. It may be costly, but your vehicle's brakes are safe.
2006-12-24 03:35:59 · answer #6 · answered by c s 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i own a repair shop,and probably what your hearing is the brake warning squealers making the noise,,this means its down to the wear out point of the brake pads ,,they,ll need replaced and also you,ll probably need the rotors turned also,,id say they need it,,but this is what your hearing,,,there worn down to the point that they don't have long left to go,id have them checked as soon as i could,,good luck,hope this help,s,,have a good x-mas.
2006-12-24 03:36:33 · answer #7 · answered by dodge man 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you have what is called a glaze on your rotors and they need to be recut and it maybe your brake pads that have the glaze on them This is when either the rotors or the brake pads have a shine on them it can be straightened out by just sanding them with sand paper just to scratch them up a little not to much sanding at all
2006-12-24 03:35:28 · answer #8 · answered by slp9209 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just have the break pads changed.If you wait too long then you will have to have your rotors turned.Call the local parts store and price the pads so you will get a ideal of how much it will cost for repairs.100 dollars should cover it unless you are getting ripped off
2006-12-24 03:41:03 · answer #9 · answered by Billy T 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
sounds like a stone stuck in the caliper
but really, anything new done to your brakes is essential. they can become neglected.
-brake pads
-brake fluid
- +labour
the above usually does the trick
they may further suggest you:
(if damaged the discs will fail you have no brakes - but could be a scam, get him to show and explain the damage before deciding)
-hone / machine your discs - expensive : disc hard to damage
-change your discs - most expensive : disc hard to damage
(if he tells you to change the following usually this is a scam)
-change your brake line : brake line very hard to damage
-change your calipers : calipers very hard to damage
2006-12-24 03:31:40 · answer #10 · answered by Truth D 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋