Two days ago, I had my brake pads & rotors replaced. Then, that night, I noticed a burning smell after I got home from work. Today, I noticed a heavy plume of smoke coming from my tire. Since my car did not do this prior to my brake job, I have to assume it's my brake. What's happening?
2007-04-22 11:21:06 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
It sounds like an improper installation. The pads may not be seated correctly, or the wrong pads. Try jacking the car up so the wheels are off the ground and try spinning the wheels to determine how much drag you encounter.
I highly recommend taking it back to the shop you had the work done at.
2007-04-22 11:28:12 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be brakes are rubbing and bedding in which case take it easy but nothing to worry about.
If the brakes are sticking then go back to garage to get them sorted and readjusted. They should do it for free it's their error although to be fair is difficult to adjust perfectly unless they go for a run.
Oh and phone the garage beforehand just to make sure the pads aren't coated with oil, as some new pads are and it takes a couple of days to burn off. That'd stink too. Brand new cars have it.
2007-04-22 11:53:15 · answer #2 · answered by WaftyCrank 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if everything feels normal, the shop probably did not properly clean the new brake rotors before installing them. new rotors are shipped with a coating of anti-rust agent that has an oily base and if not removed will cause a bad odor and smoke. this should dissipate within a day or two of driving but if you notice anything unusual take it back and have them check it.
2007-04-22 11:37:05 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
One of your brake calipers is hanging up and not releasing, or one of the brake hoses is acting like chinese fingers.. In other words when you apply the brake fluid flows to the caliper but will not flow back when you release the pedal, because the inside of the rubber brake hose has collapsed. If you have quite a few miles on it I would replace both hoses and calipers....
2007-04-22 11:31:58 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Brake fluid on the pads could cause this. Perhaps the mechanic blew a piston caliper seal while installing your brakes. I advise that you take it back and have them correct their mistake before you have no braking at all.
2007-04-22 11:29:41 · answer #5 · answered by joseph m 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If a loss of power is present then check your e-brake it may be sticking.Sometimes the brakes need to burn off if they did not turn the rotors, should pass in about 25miles of driving.
2007-04-22 11:27:07 · answer #6 · answered by tumordude 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1. Raise the vehicle & place on jack stands
2. Remove the wheel in question
3. Spin the rotor in question & examine. The calliper/piston/brake pad(s) may be binding.
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2007-04-22 11:33:10 · answer #7 · answered by Mr. T 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try replacing BOTH front brake hoses to the calipers. if one is bad it effects the other
2007-04-22 11:29:45 · answer #8 · answered by smokey 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if it is a rear wheel the emergency brake cable may need adjustment
2007-04-22 11:29:39 · answer #9 · answered by oldmanarnie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Front wheel? You brake caliper is sticking, you will need a new one....
2007-04-22 11:25:25 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋