Car squeaking, please help

Sinistral · 06-17-2008, 06:07 AM

Within the last few days my '87 has developed a squeak. I've been able to narrow it down to the left side, but I'm not sure if it's a front or rear issue (or both).

I'm almost positive it's not the brakes because the squeak is constant. It actually seems to have gotten worse (or more apparent) as time goes on, which has me worried. It seems to be more audible at lower speeds, although I suppose that could also be due to less tire/wind noise.

Anybody out there have any ideas on what it could be? And if so, any solutions?

CyFi6 · 06-17-2008, 07:56 AM

Does the noise stop when you start pressing on the brakes?

Sinistral · 06-17-2008, 02:18 PM

No, and it doesn't intensify either.

edmonton · 06-17-2008, 07:17 PM

is it coming from inside the car or outside?

Sinistral · 06-17-2008, 08:29 PM

Outside, but not to worry, I took it by the mechanic today and turned out it was the front brake pads. They've been replaced and all is well.

Serge · 01-10-2009, 05:47 AM

I have the same kind of problem on the same wheel but new brake pads didn't solve the problem at all....Would you please ask your mechanic about real source of that sound?
Thanks!

Serge · 01-10-2009, 05:57 AM

One more detail...I have found that my front brakes do not have any Anti-Squeal Shims at all..... is that normal?

Busted Knuckles · 01-11-2009, 12:22 AM

No. That's not factory spec. The brakes should have anti-squeal shims if you don't want the squeaks to return.

Serge · 01-12-2009, 05:00 AM

okay thanks! I have ordered those already...

Serge · 01-18-2009, 05:35 AM

after installation of new front brake pads with new shims the car is still squealing (left side)...maybe that is bearing...how would I identify that?
Thanks!

06-17-2008, 06:07 AM	#1
Sinistral Intake Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Stone Mountain Posts: 33	Car squeaking, please help Within the last few days my '87 has developed a squeak. I've been able to narrow it down to the left side, but I'm not sure if it's a front or rear issue (or both). I'm almost positive it's not the brakes because the squeak is constant. It actually seems to have gotten worse (or more apparent) as time goes on, which has me worried. It seems to be more audible at lower speeds, although I suppose that could also be due to less tire/wind noise. Anybody out there have any ideas on what it could be? And if so, any solutions?

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