If the brakes are squealing on your Beemer or Benz every time you use them, head straight to Kinetech Motor Werkes. If you detect burning odors alongside the squealing sound, pull over and have your European automobile towed to our shop. We will talk more about why this is a problem below. We are also going to list the reasons why brakes let out a squeal each time you depress the brake pedal.
Broken Anti-Rattle Clips
Your brake system is equipped with anti-rattle clips that secure the brake pads in place so they cannot vibrate. If the brake pads move while you are breaking, they will squeal. This movement is prohibited by the clips. Unfortunately, if one of the clips breaks, you will hear squealing noises coming from that wheel. We will need to install new clips on the wheels where there are broken clips.
Incorrect Rotor Surface
Your rotors have cut surfaces that help them to create friction when the brake pads press against them. These surfaces wear out after 60,000 miles of pressure. Consequently, the smooth surface that each rotor has will make the brakes squeal when you use them. In order to fix this problem, the surfaces on the rotors must be recut. If the rotors have gone bad, they will need to be replaced.
Missing Pad Insulation
Another thing that keeps the brake pads quiet when you apply the brakes is pad insulation. Any time you have a brake pad service, the insulation is removed with the pads. An inexperienced auto technician may have a brain lapse and forget to install new insulation when he or she installed the new brake pads. Consequently, the fact that the insulation is missing will make the brakes squeal.
Overheating Brakes
As we mentioned above, the brakes will make a squealing noise when they are getting too hot. You will also smell burning odors coming from the brakes. We cannot overstate the importance of pulling over and calling for a tow truck if your brakes are overheating. When the brake system reaches a certain temperature, the rotors and pads will no longer be able to generate friction and your brakes will fail.
Worn Brake Pads
Finally, the brake pads are is equipped with sensors that will turn on the low pad indicator light on the dashboard. In addition to this warning, you may end up with squealing brakes because the sensors are making the noise. This is your sign that you need to head to our shop to have new brake pads installed.
Call Kinetech Motor Werkes in Indian Trail, NC, today to schedule a brake system inspection.
