Angry CHIRPING Noise

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Apr 27, 2013 | 12:39 PM

kmc0929

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Angry CHIRPING Noise

Just noticed today, while taking slight right turns 20-40MPH I get a really loud and angry chirping sounds? Its only right turns...

Any ideas? It sounds like a forest of angry crickets.

Apr 28, 2013 | 08:57 AM

kmc0929

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Totally lost on this one, it seems to go away after a good 20 minutes of driving... Again only happens on right turns while in motion...

Apr 28, 2013 | 12:38 PM

SirTerence

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From: Tubac

Just a suggestion, but check the right front caliper for tighness, pad wear, trapped stones. That kind of thing. Had a stone caught in the rear once. Drpve me crazy.

May 1, 2013 | 09:58 AM

kmc0929

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Lubed the only places lubable up front, the axle u-joints. Will check the brakes today, however the noise happens without the brakes being depressed.

May 1, 2013 | 11:10 AM

BigOl04

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From: Derby, ks

check the brake shims if you have some installed on your pads.. they will only shift during turns sometimes.. also like SirTerence said check the bolts and hardware for tightness and lubrication.. most pads come with them "glued" or "taped" or "clipped" onto the pads.. when it comes to brakes... you do get what you pay for..