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'96 Accord brake related?

Just bought a '96 Accord that was meticulously maintained. Only problem is when braking, there is a bad front end shimmy and grinding type noise during and after braking. FYI it is originally a "cold weather" car from Wisconsin. You think it needs the rotors replaced, or is this a sign of something bad?? Please advise.

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  • 1 decade ago
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    check the brake pads condition,if necessary replaced it with a original one,if the noise is still there try checking the front brake rotors run-out and parallelism, you need a dial gauge for this procedure.(you may also check this, front wheel bearing,axle,lower arms,tie rod/rackends ,upper arms)this components may also cause unusual noises when braking

  • L H
    Lv 4
    1 decade ago

    Pads and your rotors need "turned" or just replace them since they are probably damaged now.

  • 1 decade ago

    You brake pads are to the metal. replace them ASAP.

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