Symptom Chart: NVH

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Diagnostics in this article assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods .

Condition	Possible Sources	Actions
Vibration when the brakes are applied	Brake disc(s)/drums(s) Suspension components	GO to Pinpoint Test A
Brake vibration/shudder occurs when the brake pedal is released	Brake drag	REFER to Symptom Chart: Brake System .
Rattling noise	Caliper guide pins or guide pin bolts Missing or damaged anti-rattle clips or springs Loose brake disc shield Missing or damaged brake shoe hardware	INSPECT the caliper guide pins and guide pin bolts. INSTALL new components as necessary. INSPECT the brake pads for missing clips or broken springs. INSTALL new components as necessary. TIGHTEN the brake disc shield bolts to specification. REFER to: Front Brake Disc Shield . REFER to: Front Brake Disc Shield - RS . REFER to: Rear Brake Disc Shield . REFER to: Rear Brake Disc Shield - RS . CHECK the brake shoes for missing or broken hardware. INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to: Brake Shoes .
Squealing noise - occurs on first (morning) brake application	Brake pads/shoes	Acceptable condition. Caused by humidity and low brake pad temperature.
Squealing noise - a continuous squeal	Brake pads/shoes	INSPECT the brake pads or shoes. INSTALL new components as necessary. REFER to: Front Brake Pads . REFER to: Front Brake Pads - RS . REFER to: Rear Brake Pads . REFER to: Rear Brake Pads - RS . REFER to: Brake Shoes .
Squealing noise - an intermittent squeal	Brake pads/shoes	Acceptable condition. Caused by cold, heat, water, mud or snow.
Groaning noise - occurs at low speeds with brake lightly applied (creeping)	Brake pads/shoes	Acceptable condition.
Grinding/moaning noise - continuous	Brake pads/shoes Brake disc/drums	INSPECT the brake pads, brake shoes, brake discs and attaching hardware for damage. VERIFY brake components are within specifications. REFER to: Front Brake Pads . REFER to: Front Brake Pads - RS . REFER to: Rear Brake Pads . REFER to: Rear Brake Pads - RS . REFER to: Brake Shoes . INSTALL new components as necessary.