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2010 E550
Squeaky brake problem solved....for now
Went to the MB dealer to complain about my brakes squeaking and they said it was a commom problem with Mercedes. Had the car for a little over a year with about 8,000 miles. They had told me to keep the wheels clean and it should go away. Long story short, the problem still persisted even when keeping the wheels clean. I had them do an inspection but they could not find anything wrong. When I picked the car up, I still could hear the brakes squeaking. They sad they checked out the rotors and pads and said it was normal. At that point I asked to ride with one of the mechanics.As I pointed out the noise, I said you have to be deaf to not hear the squeaking. He heard it too and told the service advisor about the problem. First they thought it was the rotor, then they applied anti-squeak paste. In the end they replaced the rear pads. So far there is no squeaking. I just wanted to ask if there was any one else who experienced this and had the dealer replace the brake pads. Luckiliy I didn't have to pay a cent.
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Factory warranty covers brakes (i.e.: pads and rotors) for 1 year/12000 miles whichever come first. MB or dealer most likely provided goodwill replacement given short period of time that elapsed.
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I went through this with a few brand new MBs and other marques, the only way we got it to stop was having the dealership replace the rotors and the squealing finally Stopped For Good. If the rotors are even just slightly out of spec (and they'll never admit they are) they'll create a slight vibration which creates the squeal. Getting the dealership to replace the rotors needs to be done in the first few thousand miles and even then, they are not so willing to do it; a few times i had to get the shop foreman involved to back me up.
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2008 CLK 350 conv
Squeaky brakes
Went to the MB dealer to complain about my brakes squeaking and they said it was a commom problem with Mercedes. Had the car for a little over a year with about 8,000 miles. They had told me to keep the wheels clean and it should go away. Long story short, the problem still persisted even when keeping the wheels clean. I had them do an inspection but they could not find anything wrong. When I picked the car up, I still could hear the brakes squeaking. They sad they checked out the rotors and pads and said it was normal. At that point I asked to ride with one of the mechanics.As I pointed out the noise, I said you have to be deaf to not hear the squeaking. He heard it too and told the service advisor about the problem. First they thought it was the rotor, then they applied anti-squeak paste. In the end they replaced the rear pads. So far there is no squeaking. I just wanted to ask if there was any one else who experienced this and had the dealer replace the brake pads. Luckiliy I didn't have to pay a cent.
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2010 E350
Hi Guys,
My car has 9000 miles and it started squeaking when hitting the brakes while stopping, no squeaking while slowing down or stopping while reverse! any ideas?
Thanks in advance.
My car has 9000 miles and it started squeaking when hitting the brakes while stopping, no squeaking while slowing down or stopping while reverse! any ideas?
Thanks in advance.
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E550 4-Matic Sport, Iridium Silver over Black, P2, Pano, Multicontour, PDC
Brakes still squeal after warranty fix
Cold - car has usually sat overnight with temps less than 40 degrees
Car was wet or just washed last time used
Backing up only
Slow speed - less than 5 mph
Gentle brake application/light pedal pressure
Just started at 9000 miles. 9800 on the clock now
I just had the DTB done today
When I arrived at the dealer to pick it up, my Benz looked great having just been washed after the service. I started up, put it in reverse and gently applied brake pressure...IT STILL SQUEALED...maybe a little quieter?? Very frustrating.
Any other ideas?
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Really... good to know...my brakes squeak after sitting overnight or after work. After a few miles of stop and go driving, the squeak goes away. Will have to have the dealer check it out
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Lower dust/harder pads do what you are describing and if the noise stops after a short distance it's probably ok. Im sure the dealer will pull your rims and clean the brakes etc; tell the tech to but extra careful w/your rims when mounting/dismounting.
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Hmmm... Also feeling a little bit of vibration in the brake pedal when braking hard, that's making me think it's the rotors...
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E550 4-Matic Sport, Iridium Silver over Black, P2, Pano, Multicontour, PDC
Long term followup:
The squeal came back after several weeks!
Solution? Sold car for...Lexus RX450h hybrid!!!
Better quality.
Better gas mileage (26 winter and 30 summer)
More versatile. Has a trailer hitch for my bike rack. Can haul more cargo.
Lower profile. Benz kinda gauche now IMHO given economic problems
And best of all...NO BRAKE SQUEAL.
I don't miss the E550 one bit.
Thanks all for the input over the past year.
The squeal came back after several weeks!
Solution? Sold car for...Lexus RX450h hybrid!!!
Better quality.
Better gas mileage (26 winter and 30 summer)
More versatile. Has a trailer hitch for my bike rack. Can haul more cargo.
Lower profile. Benz kinda gauche now IMHO given economic problems
And best of all...NO BRAKE SQUEAL.
I don't miss the E550 one bit.
Thanks all for the input over the past year.
My squealing problem only occurs in the following conditions:
Cold - car has usually sat overnight with temps less than 40 degrees
Car was wet or just washed last time used
Backing up only
Slow speed - less than 5 mph
Gentle brake application/light pedal pressure
Just started at 9000 miles. 9800 on the clock now
I just had the DTB done today .
When I arrived at the dealer to pick it up, my Benz looked great having just been washed after the service. I started up, put it in reverse and gently applied brake pressure...IT STILL SQUEALED...maybe a little quieter?? Very frustrating.
Any other ideas?
Cold - car has usually sat overnight with temps less than 40 degrees
Car was wet or just washed last time used
Backing up only
Slow speed - less than 5 mph
Gentle brake application/light pedal pressure
Just started at 9000 miles. 9800 on the clock now
I just had the DTB done today .
When I arrived at the dealer to pick it up, my Benz looked great having just been washed after the service. I started up, put it in reverse and gently applied brake pressure...IT STILL SQUEALED...maybe a little quieter?? Very frustrating.
Any other ideas?
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Buyer's remorse can make the most simple things to fix unbearable. If you need RX type space, a trailer hitch, etc. an E class sedan is probably not going to make you feel good about your purchase. Next thing you know, the ash tray gets full, or your brakes squeak and it is new car time again. I know two folks with RXs: one hybrid the other gas only. Both have had rotors replaced under warranty due to warppage. The hybrid is on it's third set. In fact, one of the most common complaints I hear from folks with Lexus and Lincolns is brake rotors warping and causing vibration through the wheel while applying brakes. European cars, in my personal experience, have always had good brakes.
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Sucks to hear about the brake squeal, but damn, an E-Class to an RX? Talk about apples and oranges. On the downside, you went from one of the best looking cars on the road to one of the worst! 
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imho, the primary issue with SUV hybrids is that you have to pay such a premium for them over petrol (and even diesel) versions and you'll never get that money back in fuel costs unless you keep the car for the rest of your life. But then you'll have to deal with expensive (and not eco friendly) battery replacement (and potentially extra repair and maintenance with the added complexity)
Like the La Times said: "Is the RX450h the right thing to do? Well, you could always get a Toyota Prius and get 50 mpg, so it's more accurate to say the big hybrid ute is less wrong than right. Search your conscience and your wallet."
Like the La Times said: "Is the RX450h the right thing to do? Well, you could always get a Toyota Prius and get 50 mpg, so it's more accurate to say the big hybrid ute is less wrong than right. Search your conscience and your wallet."
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imho, the primary issue with SUV hybrids is that you have to pay such a premium for them over petrol (and even diesel) versions and you'll never get that money back in fuel costs unless you keep the car for the rest of your life. But then you'll have to deal with expensive (and not eco friendly) battery replacement (and potentially extra repair and maintenance with the added complexity)
Like the La Times said: "Is the RX450h the right thing to do? Well, you could always get a Toyota Prius and get 50 mpg, so it's more accurate to say the big hybrid ute is less wrong than right. Search your conscience and your wallet."
Like the La Times said: "Is the RX450h the right thing to do? Well, you could always get a Toyota Prius and get 50 mpg, so it's more accurate to say the big hybrid ute is less wrong than right. Search your conscience and your wallet."
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That indeed sounds like rotors. I always give my rotors a chance to cool down before washing the car. I would also insist on replacements not cut if they turn out go be the cause. Keep us posted.
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I have got occasional squeaky brakes too. The funny thing is that it seems to go away after a few hard brakes while driving
Pads replaced , brake discs were replaced . Well, what else ? I guess rotors
I have searched the forums before posting a new thread and I thought it was a better idea to post in an older thread , no need to post a whole new thread covering same issue
Pads replaced , brake discs were replaced . Well, what else ? I guess rotors
I have searched the forums before posting a new thread and I thought it was a better idea to post in an older thread , no need to post a whole new thread covering same issue
