Brakes on Subaru Forester make a squeal sound. Was told this is because the brake pads are metallic and metallic pads will "squeal" as they get hot.
Car just was in for inspection and brakes were fine and passed inspection.
Doesn't make the sound all the time, but no pattern to the noise (sometimes will squeal when real hot out, sometimes will not, etc.).
Seems to make noise mainly on Passenger side of vehicle.
Any info would be appreciated!
2007-07-06 09:03:32 · 8 answers · asked by joeflaherty 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I prefer ceramic pads, they cost more, but they don't squeak and don't leave that nasty black dust everywhere.
2007-07-06 09:09:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is definitely a difference in brake pads. You get what you pay for.
On my 1995 Pontiac Grand AM, I was using the cheap pads for a while. I was changing my brake pads almost yearly at about 12,000 miles. Got lots of brake dust with these pads. I went to the intermediate priced pads and now I get about 35,000 miles to a set of brake pads. I also get shorter stops.
The best brakes are the carbon metallic brake pads, but they are quite pricey. There are also some more exotic pads. These will give you the shortest stops and decent wear.
On the newer cars the price of new rotors is usually only slightly more than having them turned. Technically, you can have these rotors turned and they will still be within specifications, but I have experienced chatter and vibration bhen I have done this. So when the rotors are in question, I replace them.
I have been maintaining the brakes on this car since I bought it new.
2007-07-06 09:16:21 · answer #2 · answered by Mad Jack 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your problem is an easy permanent fix. Go to NAPA and pick up a squeeze plastic bottle of CRC Brake Quiet. The pads need to be removed and thoroughly cleaned on the back metal side that faces the caliper piston. A wire brush and a quick spray with any brand of brake clean will do it. Apply a .060 - .090 coating of CRC Brake Quiet on the metal side of the pads. Allow the the pads to dry for 20 minutes. This product is a high temperature silicone which cancels out pad / rotor harmonics. I guaranty your squealing noise will be a thing of the past.
2007-07-06 09:27:22 · answer #3 · answered by Country Boy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might want to look at your rotors - I bought a car recently, and the rotors had a bunch of buildup on the edges (brake dust is a mother), it would squeak occasionally, and I finally figured out that little pieces of the buildup were breaking off and getting into the pads and making it squeak (mostly on drivers side) - I cleaned them off and voila!
You also might need to get your rotors turned.
2007-07-06 09:09:33 · answer #4 · answered by Joe M 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best thing would be to call the dealer parts department and ask them about what brake pads are recommended for your car and stick with that type.
2007-07-06 09:13:31 · answer #5 · answered by Ron B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is an old saying you get what you pay for , If you buy cheep brakes you have cheep brakes The ones for my truck coast about $77.00 You know I did the work my self and they work great , So get the good brakes they will last longer, hope this helps
2007-07-06 09:11:23 · answer #6 · answered by JT B ford man 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
all i know is NEVER buy lifetime brakes
2007-07-06 09:22:04 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
ceramic vs. aluminum....don't know the diff tho
2007-07-06 09:10:41 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋