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What should I do if my brake pads keep grinding?

What should I do if my brake pads keep grinding?

Try going on a short run for say 5 to 10 miles, braking lightly every so often when its safe, just to allow the brake pads ‘bed-in’, then see if the noise is still there. If not all well and good. To check further.. jack each front wheel up a little (SAFELY, using axle stands etc) Try to rotate the disk/wheel by hand.

Why is my brake rotor grinding when moving?

It is not the wear indicators because the pads are brand new and would not be able to even reach the rotor surface due to all the material still on the pad. It almost seems like the pads are catching on the rotor as it spins. Did I buy a brand new warped rotor?

What should I do if my car makes a grinding noise when I brake?

You are supposed to replace the pads so they don’t grind your rotors down to a tissue. If you replace your pads on time, you can often keep your rotors. If you’ve been driving and braking despite the grinding noise for a while, expect to replace your rotors and maybe some other parts as well.

Why do I need to replace my brake pads?

However, you may have only opted to have the pads replaced due to a lack of money. If the rotors are worn, new shoes alone will not stop the grinding. In this case, you need to replace both to ensure your brakes do not grind and function as they should.

What causes brake noise after new pads?

Here are several reasons why your new brakes might be squeaking and noisy: Metal fibers can create noisy brakes. A lot of brake pads have metal fibers in them. Panic stopping can leave a glossy finish on the brake pad.

What causes grinding when braking?

Worn-out brake pads are one of the reason making grinding noise when braking. If your brake pads are used for quite a long time, the backing plates will gradually lose its material. This causes metal touching other metal, resulting in squeaking noises.

Why do my brakes make a grinding noise?

A grinding noise usually indicates the brakes have worn out and the metal backings are grinding into the rotors or drums. This is causing a lot of brake damage and is a precursor to brake failure.

Why do new brake rotors grind?

The rotors are worn – If you install new pads on worn rotors they will make a grinding noise because the new pads need a smooth surface to rub against or otherwise it will come to shortening the life of your brake pads.

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Ruth Doyle