INSPECTION PROCEDURE 5: Scraping or Grinding Noise when Brakes are Applied: Diagnosis

STEP 1. Check the front brakes, then rear brakes, for metal-to-metal condition.
Q: Is any metal-to-metal contact evident?
1. YES: Repair or replace the components. Then go to Step 6.
2. NO: Go to Step 2.
STEP 2. Check for interference between the caliper and wheel.
Q: Is there any interference?
1. YES: Repair or replace the part. Then go to Step 6.
2. NO: Go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Check for interference between the dust shield and brake disk <Front>, interference between the backing plate and brake disk <Rear>.
Q: Is there any interference?
1. YES: Repair or replace the part. Then go to Step 6.
2. NO: Go to Step 4.
STEP 4. Check the brake disks for cracks.
Q: Are there cracks?
1. YES: Repair or replace the part. Then go to Step 6.
2. NO: Go to Step 5.
STEP 5. Check for bent dust shield or backing plate.
Q: Is the dust shield or backing plate bent?
1. YES: Repair or replace the part. Then go to Step 6.
2. NO: Go to Step 6.
STEP 6. Recheck symptom.
Q: Is the symptom eliminated?
1. YES: The procedure is complete.
2. NO: Start over at step 1. If a new symptom surfaces, refer to the SYMPTOM CHART .