What Causes Squeaky Brakes in Sedans?

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VanMadeline
07/30/25 9:34am
The reasons for squeaky brakes in sedans are as follows: 1. The brake pads are worn out, leaving only the metal backing to rub against the brake rotor. 2. When the brake pads are nearly worn out, the warning tab rubs against the rotor, alerting the driver to replace the brake pads. 3. Newly replaced brake pads may be too hard, causing noise during friction. 4. Small stones may have fallen into the brake assembly, leading to squeaky brakes. Here are the main solutions for resolving brake noise: 1. Check if the brake pads are nearly worn out. If they are, replace them with a new set. Typically, brake pads have a wear indicator that makes contact with the rotor when the pads are sufficiently worn, producing a metallic squeal. 2. If the pads are new, check for any foreign objects caught between the pads and rotor. 3. If newly replaced brake pads and the rotor are free of debris, the noise is likely due to a break-in period required between new brake pads and the existing rotor.
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