INSPECTION PROCEDURE 7: Squealing Noise when Brakes are not Applied: Diagnosis
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- STEP 1. Check the brake discs for rust.
Q: Are the brake discs rusted?
- YES: Remove the rust by using sand paper. If still rusted, turn the rotors with an on-the-car brake lathe. Then go to Step 6.
- NO: Go to Step 2.
- STEP 2. Check the brake pads for correct installation.
Q: Are the pads installed incorrectly?
- YES: Repair the pads. Then go to Step 6.
- NO: Go to Step 3.
- STEP 3. Check the calipers for correct installation.
Q: Are the calipers installed incorrectly?
- YES: Repair the calipers. Then go to Step 6.
- NO: Go to Step 4.
- STEP 4. Check the wheel bearings for end play.
Refer to WHEEL BEARING END PLAY CHECK < Front >, WHEEL BEARING END PLAY CHECK < Rear (FWD) > or WHEEL BEARING END PLAY CHECK < Rear (AWD) >.
Q: Does the measured end play exceed the limit?
- YES: Replace the faulty hub assembly. Then go to Step 6.
- NO: Go to Step 5.
- STEP 5. Adjust the brake pedal.
Refer to BRAKE PEDAL INSPECTION .
Q: Is the brake pedal adjusted correctly?
- YES: Go to Step 6.
- NO: Adjust the brake pedal. Then go to Step 6.
- STEP 6. Recheck symptom.
Q: Is the symptom eliminated?
- YES: The procedure is complete.
- NO: Start over at Step 1. If a new symptom surfaces, refer to the SYMPTOM CHART .