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Jul 12, 2010 | 08:36 AM

mstiles19

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squeaking from front end

I have a slight squeaking coming from the driversside front tire area. When i press the brakes it goes away. Could this just be my front brakes need to be replaced?

Jul 12, 2010 | 09:46 AM

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That would be the first thing I would think. I would pull that wheel off and the opposite rear and inspect your brakes/pads.

There is a wear indicator on them and that is what makes the sound.

Jul 12, 2010 | 10:12 AM

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Yup, brakes. Possible front strut that when loaded takes the slack out, but most likely the brakes that need to be changed.

Jul 12, 2010 | 10:20 AM

mstiles19

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ok thanks guys.

Jul 12, 2010 | 10:46 PM

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The caliper is most likely to blame. Had both rear calipers replaced because of hang up of the slide pins (notorious for the SD's) front driver started squealing, same issue. Your pads maybe fine.

Jul 12, 2010 | 11:43 PM

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Yeah surely the caliper must be the problem there is no problem with the brake pads and also check for the bearing of the wheels from where the sound is coming.

Jul 13, 2010 | 01:02 PM

mstiles19

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so pulled the front wheels off and brakes all looked good and the noise went away. It seems to come and go how can i check the caliper?

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Jul 13, 2010 | 03:17 PM

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i've got the same thing on my 2010... took it to the dealer and they said it was the metallic brake pads. not to sure what to think of that, but i've got the piece of paper saying they said everything was ok.