Warmed up brakes are squealing loudly
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From: Sugar Land, TX
BMW E39
Warmed up brakes are squealing loudly
A few times over the past week. I'm braking normally (not hard, not light) at the red light and the brakes squealed badly several times. In one instance, I rolled the window down and smelt the scent of burnt rubber. The brakes are fully warmed up too.
I was thinking worn pads of course, but to test it, I gave her a hard stops a few times on the street and it stopped just fine with no squeal. I have no dashboard message that indicates the need to replace pads either. Any ideas?
I was thinking worn pads of course, but to test it, I gave her a hard stops a few times on the street and it stopped just fine with no squeal. I have no dashboard message that indicates the need to replace pads either. Any ideas?
Benz has kit out 4 little sponge type dampers that fit inside caliper pistons and modified pads with new spring clips It works
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To solve this problem you will have to take the pads off, clean them and apply some brake quiet easily obtained from the local parts store for less than $4. Clean the pads, callipers and around the pistons. Apply this gel on the back of the pads and on the springs. Problem solved. Also thais would be a good time to inspect pads, rotors for wear. That could also be. Brake job in these cars is a real easy DIY.
