What Causes the Clicking Sound When Braking in a Lynk & Co?
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The reasons for the clicking sound when braking in a Lynk & Co are as follows: 1. Foreign objects adhering to the brake disc: Fine sand brought by water adheres to the brake disc, or in humid weather or large temperature differences between day and night, condensation or rust forms on the brake disc after rain, acting like tiny particles. Car brake pads come in hard and soft varieties. Hard pads are more wear-resistant, but if there are tiny particles between the hard pad and the gray cast iron brake disc, it can cause a sharp noise and a clicking sound when braking. 2. Missing screws: Loose or damaged screws fixing the brake disc can also cause abnormal brake noise. 3. Brake system malfunction: If the brake system malfunctions, it is necessary to visit a 4S shop or repair shop for inspection and repair.
Attention all Lynk & Co owners! Last time, right after my car's warranty expired, I also encountered that unsettling 'clunk' sound when braking – it really had me worried. Upon inspection, it turned out to be an issue with the brake discs, particularly warped front brake discs which are most common. Actually, sometimes driving through puddles or washing the car without properly drying can cause water rust on the brake discs, leading to that metallic 'clunk' sound when braking – just like the squeak of a rusty iron door. Loose suspension ball joints are another culprit, especially if you frequently drive on rough roads. Once when I took my car in for service, the mechanic also warned that excessive play in the tie rods could cause abnormal noises. During that same check-up, they discovered the brake calipers weren't retracting properly, with seized pistons causing brake drag – sounds pretty scary, doesn't it? My advice: don't delay. Get to a 4S shop ASAP for a thorough brake system inspection. After all, brake issues aren't something to take lightly.
