Symptom I: Brakes Squeal Or Rattle
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SYMPTOM I: BRAKES SQUEAL OR RATTLE
| Cause | Solution |
|---|---|
| Wrong Type Of Pads | Replace Brake Pads |
| Dirty Floating Caliper Recesses | Remove & Install Clean Floating Calipers |
| Spring Force Insufficient | Replace Spring |
| Brake Disc Not Aligned With Floating Caliper | Check Floating Caliper Installation |
| Brake-Disc Runout | Check Brake Disc for Runout, Replace If Necessary |
| Excessive Thickness Deviation Within Braking Surface | Measure Thickness Of Brake Disc, Grind Down Discs Or Replace |
| Pad Wear Excessive Or One-Sided | Replace Brake Pads |
| Rust Edges On Brake Discs | Grind Or Replace Brake Discs |
| Pad Loose | Replace Brake Pads |
| Wheel Bearing Play Excessive | Replace Wheel Bearings |