What Causes the Sound of Grinding Brake Discs When the Car Moves?
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When the car starts, the sound of grinding brake discs is caused by the friction material in the brake pads being too hard. Below is an introduction to brake pads: Concept: A brake disc, simply put, is a round disc that rotates when the car moves. The brake caliper clamps the brake disc to generate braking force. When the brakes are applied, the caliper clamps the brake disc to slow down or stop the car. Brake discs provide effective braking and are easier to maintain compared to drum brakes. Function: Brake pads definitely serve a braking function, with their braking force coming from the brake caliper. Generally, the brake caliper fixes the part where the inner brake piston pump is located, while the outer part is a clamp-like structure. The inner brake pad is fixed on the piston pump, and the outer brake pad is fixed on the outer part of the caliper. The piston is pushed by the pressure from the brake fluid line, moving the inner brake pad, while the reaction force pulls the caliper, causing the outer brake pad to move inward. Both pads press against the brake disc, generating braking force through friction between the disc and the inner and outer pads. In this process, the piston is pushed by brake fluid, also known as hydraulic oil, which is used to assist the engine. For the handbrake, a cable is used through a lever mechanism to forcibly pull the brake pads, pressing them against the brake disc to generate braking force.