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Old Mar 29, 2009 | 09:06 PM
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Well i fixed my locking brakes, It ended up being the calipers, but now im getting a squeaking noise that seems to be coming from the front left wheel but im not exactly sure.
Do you think its the rotor or something else??
Old Mar 29, 2009 | 09:14 PM
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make sure the backing plate is not touching the rotor it can also be the pad type/compound used
Old Mar 29, 2009 | 10:01 PM
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I forgot to mention that it makes the noise when the brakes arent applied and when they are applied its not as loud.
Old Mar 30, 2009 | 08:33 AM
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Is it a random squeak, or is it a constant squeak when the wheel is turning?
Try putting the car on a jack stand and turn the wheel and see if it still squeaks. Look behind the tire w/ a flashlight and see if the backing plate is rubbing like mjr46 mentioned. It is also the quality of pad that is making it squeak. Remove the pads and scuff them w/ some sandpaper, then reinstall. It is possible that the pads have a slight glaze to them. let us know.
Old Mar 30, 2009 | 01:25 PM
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its a constant squeak, ill have to do all this on the weekend.
Old Mar 31, 2009 | 01:44 PM
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Check for clearance from the dust sheild to the rotor.
Old Mar 31, 2009 | 09:12 PM
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Ok thanks, ill let you guys know this weekend.
Old Apr 2, 2009 | 01:20 PM
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check the wear indicators, backing plate and caliper hold downs.
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