What Causes Abnormal Brake Noises in Cars?

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WillowLee
07/29/25 9:22pm
The causes of abnormal brake noises in cars include foreign objects between the brake drum or disc and the shoe, the use of inferior or overly hard brake pads, and abnormal shock absorbers. Car brake pads, also known as car brake linings, refer to the friction materials fixed on the brake drum or disc that rotates with the wheel. The working principle of brakes mainly comes from friction, utilizing the friction between the brake pads and the brake disc, as well as between the tires and the ground, to convert the kinetic energy of the moving vehicle into heat energy through friction, thereby stopping the car. A good and efficient braking system must provide stable, sufficient, and controllable braking force, and have excellent hydraulic transmission and heat dissipation capabilities to ensure that the force applied by the driver on the brake pedal is fully and effectively transmitted to the master cylinder and each wheel cylinder, while avoiding hydraulic failure and brake fade caused by excessive heat. Here are the solutions for abnormal brake noises: Press the brake pedal hard several times or perform emergency braking several times in an open area. It is necessary to replace the car's brake pads in time to prevent potential dangers. Check the lubrication of the shock absorber's top rubber or buffer rubber.
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