Pinpoint Test C: Rear Brake Noise
- C1: REAR BRAKE NOISE VEHICLES INSTALLED WITH: 325MM REAR BRAKES NOTE: The issue may be more evident in colder ambient temperatures.
- Assess noise.
Can a squeal noise be heard from the rear brakes during brake pedal application?
Yes : Replace the rear brake pads. Refer to: BRAKE PADS .
No : GO to C3
- Assess noise.
- C2: REAR BRAKE NOISE VEHICLES INSTALLED WITH: 396MM REAR BRAKES
- Assess noise.
Can brake noise be heard from the rear brakes under normal driving conditions?
Yes : Raise an EPQR, attach a noise file, brake questionnaire and any other supporting evidence.
No : Road test the vehicle with the customer to confirm the noise has gone.
- Assess noise.
- C3: REAR BRAKE NOISE
- Assess noise.
Can a squeal noise be heard from the rear brakes without brake pedal application?
Yes : Is the rear brake caliper anti-rattle springs installed correctly? If not, reinstall the rear brake caliper anti-rattle springs correctly. Road test the vehicle, if the rear brake noise still exists, raise a TA with an attached sound file
No : No further action required, release the vehicle
- Assess noise.