What causes the clicking sound in the front wheels when braking in the Wildlander Hybrid?

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LaParker
07/24/25 12:37am
The reasons for the clicking sound when braking include: metal hard spots on the brake pads; severe wear of the brake disc; small stones or a water film between the brake disc and brake pads. Solutions: If there are tiny metal particles on the brake pads, they will produce a sharp sound when braking. You can try slamming the brakes a few times or grinding/replacing the brake pads. If the car's brake disc has been used for a long time, deep grooves may form at the friction points with the brake pads, causing abnormal sounds when braking. If the grooves are not deep, they can be resolved by grinding the edges of the brake pads. If the grooves are deep, the brake disc should be replaced. Braking precautions: When approaching a red light, do not brake heavily immediately. Instead, release the accelerator in advance to slow down as you approach the intersection, and then apply the brakes to stop once the speed has reduced. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front. In case of an emergency, apply the brakes firmly for emergency stopping.
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