I have a 2004 VW Jetta. Whenever I back out of the garage, the brakes squeal. This only happens when I first get in the car for the day, not after the car has been driven some. Also, it only happens in reverse, never when I stop at a stop sign or light. The neighbor says the brake pads look OK to him. Could it be related to moisture, or cool weather? Thanks!
2007-01-08 12:39:33 · 6 answers · asked by amyrdh 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
This car has about 45,000 miles on it and has never had new brake pads.
2007-01-08 12:40:46 · update #1
i own a repair shop,and id say its probably time for new brakes on it,,its the back shoe on the back ones that will cause it to squeal like this,,id have them checked and repaired now ,because if you let them go ,,it may ruin the rear drums,or rotors,,which ever your car has,,but its time ,with that kind of mileage on it to get the brakes done on it,,good luck hope this help,s.
2007-01-08 12:54:09 · answer #1 · answered by dodge man 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Since It only happens In Reverse , I Would Have The brake pads Checked By A trusted Mechanic. They may be "glazed"
2007-01-08 12:49:08 · answer #2 · answered by Howard B 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Your VW is fine. The moisture and brake dust is your culprit. Not to sound flippant but you could back in at night and pull out forward in the morning ;)
The pads do wear in a pattern and reverse goes against that pattern. but this again is normal , annoying but normal .
2007-01-08 12:52:57 · answer #3 · answered by cadet 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please have a licensed brake mechanic inspect your brakes immediately.
In general, when you put the car in reverse and back up, always step on the brake before taking the transmission out of reverse. This prevents problems or extra wearing on the brakes. So, please remember: when backing up, brake first, then put the transmission in drive.
( *** Braking in reverse has to do with the brake line adjusting properly and nothing to do with the pads. *** )
2007-01-08 12:49:33 · answer #4 · answered by Shaggy 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it may help reducing noise if you have your brake pads chamfered most good quality brake pads are pre chamfered from the manufacturer. it requires removing the pads and fileing the outer edges of the friction material on a 45 degree angle to remove sharp edges which create squealing noises.
2007-01-08 12:57:53 · answer #5 · answered by lem604 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it sounds like your pads are going. with 45000 miles it wouldnt be a bad idea to get them replaced before the pads go out all the way and you destroy your rotors. if it only happens in reverse it would make me think the rears are going out but you didnt say which wheels the squeeks were comming from
2007-01-08 12:52:39 · answer #6 · answered by Dirt Track # 13 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋