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Richard Kovich Posted on Dec 03, 2012
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2000 malibu grinding noise, not brake squeal, during braking

Grinding noise during braking. not typical brake squeal by worn brake tab. disc pads appear ok. squeal tab does not appear to be touching rotor

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Could it be a wheel bearing?

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Frt wheel bearings make that noise, probably the problem replace both frt hubs and will more than likely take care of the problem

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  • Posted on Mar 07, 2010

SOURCE: 2008 chevrolet malibu brake problem

Check for clearance between the rotor and the caliper,and caliper to the rim.Make sure one ,or more of the brake pads where not accidently put on backwards,with the metal on the rotor,it happens sometimes.

Testimonial: "turned pout to be warped rotors purchased from re so firestone says. replaced rotors. thank you"

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  • Posted on Mar 21, 2009

SOURCE: the rear brakes grind after replacement of rotor and rear pads

check retaining clip on hand brake shoes behind rear rotor,check if shoes arent ondone from clip,check calyper and guide bolts for binding.

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  • Posted on Apr 12, 2009

SOURCE: 2002 tahoe breaks lock up during driving

It sounds like the rear calipers are bad. Raise the rear wheels and see if you can turn the tires. If you can't, open the bleeder. If you still can't replace the caliper. If you can turn the wheel after you open the bleeder, replace the brake hose to that wheel.

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  • Posted on Jul 14, 2009

SOURCE: 1994 Chevy van brakes grabbing

try replacing the brake hoses they may have a restriction causing

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  • Posted on Feb 16, 2010

SOURCE: Rear disc brakes drag after installing new pads

Just did my rear brakes this weekend, Monday had a very slight drag. Noted that when I installed new pads I had to tap them on. That shouldn't be. When brakes are released, there should be enough play to allow the pads to back off the disc. Tonight, I removed the pads and filed down the ends of the tips that go into the top and bottom channels until I could install and remove them with fingertips, that gives them enough play to grab and release. Drag disappeared; the old girl ran like she should.

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Brakes make a whistle noise when applied and sometimes a low grown or grinding when coming to a slow stop or start.

A grinding or rumbling noise can also be symptoms of a wheel bearing or constant velocity joint in a driveshaft. A worn wheel bearing can also cause a 'whistling' sound (as can a worn CV joint).

A grinding noise with brakes is either worn pads causing metal to metal contact on the brake disk/rotor, or the brake backing plate catching on a spinning rotor ... or a loose/missing anti squeal brake shim (they stop the pads from rattling and vibrating).

However, as you say a mechanic has looked at the brakes and can't find anything wrong .. I think I would begin to suspect a wheel bearing or constant velocity joint on the driveshaft (front wheel drive cars).
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Thought back brake pads etc needchanging as could feel grinding and was squealing when brakes applied.tyrns out was worn tyre on rim had that changed but can still hear the noise. Its annoying

Hi, your problem is your brake caliper it could be its not coming on properly to lock on to the disc . When they don't lock on like they should you will get a squealing also on some disc brakes you get anti squeal shims fitted. With some lower quality brake pads you may get squealing. I don't know what kind is fitted on your motor brake pads but its worth another look . The worst outlook is the brake pads are worn right down and you are grinding metal to metal ie disc to pad without anything in between.Should get it looked at.
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Squealing at the right front wheel

The brake lining's have worn away, the squealing was metal to metal (worn pad against metal disc) The worn pad will have damaged the brake disc. Very dangerous. You will now have to have new brake pads and discs fitted to BOTH front wheels to put it right. Good luck
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When i press on brakes i can hear a grinding noise coming from he front end, what could it be?

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My brakes make a noise when brake is pressed now abs light is on is it safe to drive

i would have the brakes checked out real soon, the brakes could be worn down past their limitations, abs light , is letting you know that the system has picked up a problem with the brake system.
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I am having a problem with tha front and rear brakes, I change disks and brake pads, drums etc. and still I have the same problem. noise front and rear.

what type of noise squeal or growl or grinding if it is grinding or growling i would look to wheel bearings if it is a squeal it is the material the pads are made from
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Squealing or clicking sound and then next day grinding sound louder when you take foot off accelerator clicking sounds from right side grinding underneath 2002 grand cherokee

Squealing usually indicates that the brakes are in need of replacement. There is a small piece of metal that as the brake pads wear comes in contact with the metal rotor. When the pads get close to being worn away the tab touches the rotor and it squeals. The tab can also click.
When the pads are worn away completely the metal backing comes in contact with the rotor and it grinds. Grinding is bad. It means the car's brakes are metal to metal. This will cause damage to the rotors resulting in an even more costly brake job.
You should have it taken care of ASAP.
I hope this helps.
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