The best thing you can do if your brakes are squealing all the time is to bring your automobile to A1 Automotive for a brake inspection. Your brakes should not make any noise at all when you use them. If they are squealing constantly, there is a problem with the brake system. Usually, this problem is found in a specific brake part. We are going to list the causes of squealing brakes below.
Anti-Rattle Clips
Using a very basic explanation, brake pad stays hold the brake pads in place on the calipers. The stays are attached to the brake pads using anti-rattle clips. Over time, the clips can break, and this causes the brake pads to vibrate when you apply the brakes. They will squeal as they vibrate. Replacing the anti-rattle clips usually solves the problem.
Brake Pads
Worn brake pads can also make your brakes squeal each time you use them. As the pad surfaces wear down, they begin to glaze, and this causes your brakes to squeal. Most brake pads also have a warning system that makes noise once they’ve reached the end of their life. This squealing sound is actually this warning system telling you that it’s time to replace the brake pads.
Overheating
If your brake pad surfaces are too hot and glazed, this means they have smoothed out and this will make them squeal. Overheating brakes can also smooth out the rotor surfaces, i.e., glaze them as well, and your brakes will squeal every time you use them. You may also smell burning chemicals or carpet if your brakes are too hot. Do not continue to drive your automobile with overheating brakes.
Pad Insulation
Brake pad insulation is installed when your vehicle is manufactured to prevent the brakes from squealing. This insulation needs to be changed every time you have the brake pads changed. If your brakes are squealing all the time and you just had your brake pads changed, it’s possible that the insulation was not replaced. Replacing the insulation should stop the brakes from squealing.
Rotors
Finally, your rotors won’t just squeal when they are too hot. They will also squeal when the surfaces have worn down. When you apply the brakes, the brake pads press against the rotor surfaces. Over time, the rotor surfaces wear down and become smooth. It usually takes about 60,000 miles for this to happen. Re-cutting the rotors will stop the brakes from squealing. A1 Automotive in Lincoln, NE can get to the bottom of the reason why your brakes squeal all the time. Bring your vehicle into our shop today.