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My pads are new but whenever i apply the Brakes on my 2000 VW Passat i hear a Clunking sound in the front left Tire area any idea what it is?
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∙ 12y ago
Understand that when you apply the brakes you're putting tremendous torque on the hub assembly. If the lower control arm bushings or the strut bushings are worn, you could certainly get the kind of noise you're describing. If the brakes weren't put in properly you could also get that noise, but it's not likely since brakes cannot usually be installed improperly.
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When should the brakes be changed on a 2004 Toyota Highlander?
There is no 'set' answer for this question. Be aware that there are built-in warning devices on the brakes. When the pads are low you will begin hear a screeching sound whenever you apply the brakes. When you start hearing that sound consistently - it is time.
If you drive through water your brakes may become slippery and ineffective to dry the brakes off?
apply your brakes gently while accelerating at the same time
Car pull to the right when brakes are apply?
Time for new brakes or adjustment.
Why does your car make a clunking or grinding not squeeling sound when you apply high pressure to the brakes?
it could be a number of things but it depends i dont know what it sounds like but it could be your break or cb halfshaft Brake pads worn out. Metal to metal contact. Inspect brake pads, asap.
Why does my 1995 Oldsmobile achieva brakes grab when you apply the brakes and the car shimmies?
it broke
If you drive through water, your brakes may become slippery and ineffective To dry the brakes off?
apply your brakes gently as you accelerate
If you drive through water your brakes may become slippery and ineffective. To dry the brakes off .?
apply your brakes gently as you accelerate
What does stabbing mean?
What is stab braking?Apply your brakes all the way.Release brakes when wheels lock up.As soon as the wheels start rolling, apply the brakes fully again. (It can take up to one secondfor the wheels to start rolling after you release the brakes. If you re-apply the brakes before thewheels start rolling, the vehicle won't straighten out.)This is directly from the NYS CDL Manual.
What does stab braking mean?
What is stab braking?Apply your brakes all the way.Release brakes when wheels lock up.As soon as the wheels start rolling, apply the brakes fully again. (It can take up to one secondfor the wheels to start rolling after you release the brakes. If you re-apply the brakes before thewheels start rolling, the vehicle won't straighten out.)This is directly from the NYS CDL Manual.
When stopping a car with anti lock brakes abruptly you should?
Apply the brakes hard and steer out of danger.
It was recommended to me to apply the brakes while driving through a puddle because having the shoes or pads pressing against the drums or disc will help keep water out. Is this True?
No, that is not true. Water is going to get on the rotor and on the pads no matter what you do. This water will quickly evaporate once you apply the brakes. Even if you do not apply the brakes centrifugal force will remove the water as you drive. Once you apply the brakes the heat created will remove the water very quickly. You may experience a slight loss of good braking the first time you apply the brakes after going through water which is normal.
What do you do if you must stop suddenly in an emergency?
If your vehicle has abs brakes, just apply the brakes hard and steer away from danger. If the vehicle does not have abs brakes, try to apply the brakes without locking up the wheels and going into a skid then steer away from danger. If you lock up the brakes and go into a skid you will lose control of your steering.
