What Symptoms Occur When Brake Pads Have Problems?

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VonRosalie
07/30/25 8:54am
Symptoms of problematic brake pads: 1. Brake pedal not returning: This phenomenon occurs when the brake pedal does not return to its original position or does so slowly after being pressed. The main cause is usually the jamming of the wheel cylinder piston due to dirt. Simply cleaning the wheel cylinder piston can resolve this issue, but ensure that the air in the brake lines and brake fluid is completely purged afterward. 2. Soft brake pedal: This symptom is caused by insufficient brake fluid, thinning of brake discs and pads, air in the brake lines, or deteriorated brake fluid. The most common causes are deteriorated or insufficient brake fluid. 3. Noise during braking: When the brakes are applied while driving, the brake system may emit a sharp metallic friction sound (very harsh). This could be due to thinning brake pads, poor-quality brake pads, foreign objects in the brake pads, or rust on the brake discs. In most cases, pressing the brakes a few more times can alleviate the noise.
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