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how to stop brakes from squeaking?

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  • 1 decade ago
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    First you pull the wheels to check the condition of your brake pads.If the pads are not worn down too much you have the rotors turned and the glaze sanded from the pads.If the pads need replacing i would suggest if you have an Advance auto parts store where you live,buy their gold series pads.We use them at our shop and never have a comeback.

  • 1 decade ago

    Ensure they don't need replacing (look at the pad and confirm the metal bracket is not scraping the disk).

    If that's not the problem, warm the brakes up each time by pulsing the brakes while moving (lightly touching the brake until it stops squeaking).

    If squeaking persists, replace the pads because they might be improperly installed.

  • 1 decade ago

    Generally, brakes squeak when they are reaching the end of their life. There is a metal sensor embedded in the brake to alert you when it is time to change them.

    Do it soon, or you will have to replace the rotors as well, and that gets expensive.

    If they are newer brakes, have your car washed. There may be brake dust built up on them.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    If it is a Chrysler Neon, have the rear brakes cleaned & serviced. However, this will only correct the symptom temporarily. It's just a design flaw that Chrysler has never been able to correct with these cars. HTH.

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  • 1 decade ago

    take the brakes off, stop squeaking, but wont stop

  • 1 decade ago

    Firstly try installing anti squeel shims.

    Most likely easier to replace the pads.

    I had a new car that started this after 5000 miles, after 5 warranty visits, they finally replaced the pads, and no more squeel.

  • 1 decade ago

    Time to have your brakes, pads, brake fluid and rotors checked.

  • 1 decade ago

    Your brakes need to be changed.

  • 1 decade ago

    Get the pads and the rotors changed. It may be pricey but your question is a little vague. Good Luck!!!

  • 1 decade ago

    soften your wheels with cloth around it or some thing like that

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