Benz_nut

Ok folks, I've got the worst squeal ever on my ML430...and this was even after replaced rotors, sensors (not sure if guy put brake paste on for me)...and this was with original MB brake pads.

So I want to know which brake pads to get, and that is price wise, ZERO squeal and whether ceramic brakes or regular...

So any brands or suggestions welcome! I'm looking for the best in price and quality plus performance!

sosh

All the V8 ML's have brake squeal problems. You can minimize it by using the latest part number MB pads. They helped considerably with the 02 I recently traded on an 06. With the latest pads I had only a slight squeal when they were cold after that quiet.

N1PRJ

I had a lot of trouble with the pads making noise, especially when the weather got cold. I changed over to Rotex Gold and the problem stopped. They are a different kind of pad made from Kevlar or something, and they do not turn the wheels black. Braking seems at least the same, but no noise. I have not put them on the rears yet so they still make noise. It's not warm enough to do that sort of work here yet, but when it is I'll change out the rears too.

liquidcooled

Where can I find the Rotex Gold pads, and are they more expensive than regular MB pads?

Stanley

Just installed Mintex Red Pads on my '05 ML500, and used Permatex Anti-Seize paste on the backs. No squeal, and best of all NO BRAKE DUST !

AMGrayML55

I would do this first before you go out and purchasing a new set of brake pads. Apply some anti-seize (you can find these at any auto store) on the back and sides of the brake pad and reinstall. If the brake pads have shims, apply the anti-seize on that also. It definitely helps to eliminate brake squeal.

Benz_nut

Well, I got these little known MORSE ceramic front and rear brakes, under $100, installed myself...and guess what? No brake dust, no SQUEAL and best of all? LIFETIME WARRANTY!!!

BEAT THAT FOLKS!!!!