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Old Sep 12, 2003 | 05:52 PM
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Squeaking noise?

I have a 03' F-150 regular cab 2X4 with a 4.6 (stock)

Lately Ive been hearing a sqeaking sound whenever I apply the brakes around 35-45 mph. The sound seems to come from the rear of underside of the truck, but most passengers say its comming from the rear right corner. The sound is like a single bird chriping very fast.

I have no idea what is causing this, the problem started a week ago as I was driving back from the ford fun sunday.

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Old Sep 12, 2003 | 09:03 PM
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Squeaking noise?

How many miles on your truck?
It's probably something simple like a squeeky brake pad and a slightly warped rotor.
 
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Old Sep 12, 2003 | 10:22 PM
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Squeaking noise?

What is the average lifespan of the brakes on these trucks? My rear ones have started to squeak at low speeds occasionally, especially in the drive thru!!
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Old Sep 13, 2003 | 01:35 AM
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Squeaking noise?

Originally posted by Racerguy
How many miles on your truck?
It's probably something simple like a squeeky brake pad and a slightly warped rotor.
Its still fairly new, only 7,000 miles on it.
 
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Old Sep 13, 2003 | 08:55 PM
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Squeaking noise?

Mine did the same thing. It turned out to be coming from the rear leaf spring. A little white lithium grease sprayed on stopped it.
 
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Old Sep 13, 2003 | 09:11 PM
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Squeaking noise?

Since it only has 7000 miles on it you should take it back to your dealer and get them to fix it for you under warranty.
 
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Old Sep 13, 2003 | 11:57 PM
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Squeaking noise?

Whats odd is that the sound is gone now. For some reason as I was driving today I didnt hear any sqeaks as I pressed the brakes.

Ill keep driving it and see if I can hear anything else.

this problem is a confusing one
 
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Old Sep 14, 2003 | 06:08 PM
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Squeaking noise?

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Mine did the same thing. It turned out to be coming from the rear leaf spring. A little white lithium grease sprayed on stopped it.
On what part of the leaf spring do you apply it?
 
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Squeaking noise?

You just need to take that mouse off the wheel by your brakes. You're running him too hard! Give him some water, and your problem is solved.
 
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