Squealing
Squealing or squeaking noises usually indicate that your brake pads require replacement. Some brake pads are equipped with wear indicators in the form of small steel clips which make a squealing sound when the pad has worn down. While squealing can indicate that you need new brake pads, it can have other implications and meanings. Squealing can sometimes be heard after getting a brake pad or rotor replacement service. This should go away in a day or two once the pads break in but if the sound continues, we recommend making an appointment for a brake system evaluation.
Glazing on the brake pads can also cause them to squeal. Glazing occurs when brake calipers stick, causing the brakes to stay partially applied, which results in excessive friction and heat. This heat causes the pad to harden and crystallize, or glaze.
Squealing can also be attributed to broken anti-rattle clips (clips that hold the brake pads in place) and/or worn-out brake pad insulation. In any case, it is recommended to have your brakes evaluated as soon as possible if you hear this noise.Waiting to repair a noise in your brake system can lead to more significant damage and more costly repairs.
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Grinding or growling. This loud metallic sound means that you have worn down the pads completely, most likely beyond replacement. The grinding or growling noise is caused by the two pieces of metal (the disc and the caliper) rubbing together. This can "score," or scratch your rotors, creating an uneven surface. If this happens, do not be surprised if your mechanic tells you that the rotors need to be "turned" (a process that evens out the rotor surface), or even replaced.
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