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Old Aug 17, 2008 | 08:08 PM
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Hey guys i dont know if my brakes are going bad but when i lightly press them they make a squeak but when i press harder it stops so i dont know. anyone else have this problem?
 
Old Aug 17, 2008 | 08:16 PM
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Check your brake pads, if they are worn down to about 3mm then replace them. When the pad goes flat it increases vibration and hence, sound. It could also be a bent anti rattling clip, but that would only be feasable if someone had taken out the pads and re-installed them.
 
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