I have a 2003 subaru baja (no turbo) and while driving on the highway had to almost come to a complete stop due to a sudden accident in front. since then I have a whining/grinding like sound when I press in the clutch and then slow down with the brake. it doesn't sound like it's the brakes and I'm not having trouble shifting up or down. please help have to due a cross country move so would like to hedge it fixed before hand thanks

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I would look for rust on the back side of the rotors; this is a very common problem that will duplicate the noises that you describe.

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Sounds like the pads are worn out and are grinding on the rotors. You will likely have to replace the pads and rotors.

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Ok, it could be a few things, 1. bad break caliper. 2. if you have ceramic breaks, it could be a cracked brake pad, and if they are not ceramic they can still be cracked. 3. if you drive a lot then it could be that you need new breaks again.. 4. also have your back breaks checked along with the front ones..

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if any thing the calipers could be sticking but the ratcheting noise in reverse is normal