What Causes the Abnormal Noise from the Brake Pedal Area?

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CarsonFitz
07/30/25 5:08am
Abnormal noise from the brake pedal may be caused by hardened layers on the brake pads, deformation of the brake disc, or other factors. Hardened Layers on Brake Pads: For new cars or after replacing the brake pads, if there is repeated high-pitched squealing, it is mostly due to the brake disc surface becoming mirror-smooth after use. At this point, the friction between the brake pad surface and the mirror-smooth brake disc can create hardened layers. These hardened layers rubbing against the smooth brake disc can easily produce squealing sounds. Deformation of the Brake Disc: While driving, if the disc wobbles and grinds against the brake pads, resurfacing the brake disc to correct the out-of-round condition can solve the issue. Alternatively, if the brake disc surface is rusty, the sound occurs when the brake pads scrape off the rust spots. Typically, the noise will disappear after a few minutes of driving or after a couple of high-speed emergency stops, as the rust spots are worn away during braking. Other Factors: Loose brake shields, improper installation after disassembly, damaged parts from impact, or completely worn-out brake pads causing the limit tabs to rub against the brake disc can also produce noise.
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