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Old Mar 2, 2004 | 05:44 PM
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wheel squeeeeeek

it sounds like its comming from one of the wheeles but it squeeks when i drive...when i make a right turn it stups but going straight and on left turns it still does it...any ideas?
 
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Old Mar 2, 2004 | 06:09 PM
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The brake pads are rubbing on the rotor

*or*

One of the wheel bearings is shot.

Regardless which it is, repair both sides so the are even.
 
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Old Mar 2, 2004 | 06:30 PM
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well i did just do the brakes a few weeks ago but this just started....i'll do the bearings to be safe..thanks for the help!
 
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Old Mar 10, 2004 | 12:44 AM
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You might check the wear indicators on the new brakes. If you bend them they will rub the rotor and you think your pads are worn out. I bet that is it.

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