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Hey guys i own a 2000 ford futura and i have extremely squeaky brakes.
I had the pads changed and the rotors were grinded.
this didnt take the problem away so i purchased a can of crc brakleen and gave them a good clean. this reduced the squeak a bit but i am left thinking wat else the could be causing the squeak.
any ideas would appriciated. thanks
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Could be the brand of brake pads. Some squeak more than others or possibly the callipers themselves aren't releasing properly. Is it the front, back or all 4 wheels squeaking? Also, were they squeeking before the rotors were machined? If they don't m
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it seems to be the front brakes and yes they were squeaking before the rotors were machined.
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Sounds like either the brake pads or maybe the calipers need a service. The harder brake pads tend to make a bit of noise now days. Something to do with no asbestos being used in them anymore.
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its definitely the calipers not releasing properly, they need to be serviced
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yeah sounds like one of your slides is sticking, try cleaning your slides properly & grease them. & allso try lubricating undearneath the piston dust cover with silicone spray & push the pistons back with a brake spreading tool, if their very hard to spre
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