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Old Apr 24, 2001 | 09:29 AM
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when i just roll like 2 mph i hear a noise coming from the brakes that is on and off, it makes a noise like something is rubbering, and faster i go faster the noise comes around, put when i add gas i can't hear it because of the engine, it Sounds like something is rubbering against something else everytime the wheel makes one spin or so. DID ANYBODY HAVE THIS PROBLEM BEFORE IF SO WHAT SHOULD I DO, IS IT A MAJOR PROBLEM
Old Apr 24, 2001 | 10:34 AM
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Does it sound like metal on metal?
Does it go away with application of brakes?
Does your brakes grab evenly... vibrations upon braking?

Originally posted by alloutmax
when i just roll like 2 mph i hear a noise coming from the brakes that is on and off, it makes a noise like something is rubbering, and faster i go faster the noise comes around, put when i add gas i can't hear it because of the engine, it Sounds like something is rubbering against something else everytime the wheel makes one spin or so. DID ANYBODY HAVE THIS PROBLEM BEFORE IF SO WHAT SHOULD I DO, IS IT A MAJOR PROBLEM
Old Apr 24, 2001 | 10:48 AM
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it does sound like it is metal to metal, when i apply the brakes it goes away, when i'm on a decline and just doing 2mph and push the brakes it makes loud noises.
Old Apr 24, 2001 | 10:51 AM
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Originally posted by alloutmax
when i just roll like 2 mph i hear a noise coming from the brakes that is on and off, it makes a noise like something is rubbering, and faster i go faster the noise comes around, put when i add gas i can't hear it because of the engine, it Sounds like something is rubbering against something else everytime the wheel makes one spin or so. DID ANYBODY HAVE THIS PROBLEM BEFORE IF SO WHAT SHOULD I DO, IS IT A MAJOR PROBLEM
1) Verify that all wheel lug nuts are tight.

2) Raise the car. If you have a floor jack you can raise the entire front end at once, and test both front wheel bearings. No need for jackstands, as you will not get under the car.

3) Grab the top of the tire (12 o'clock) and push away from yourself and pull toward yourself. Yank it to and fro in this fashion several times. If there is noticeable free play or an audible "clunking" sound, the wheel bearing is probably damaged.

4) Attempt to spin the wheel. If it spins freely but makes ugly sounds the bearing may be damaged. If it won't spin at all the brake may be dragging. This could indicate a sticking caliper.

5) Remove the wheel. Make a careful visual inspection of the brake and surrounding parts. See if...
- the stamped sheet metal baffle plate has been bent and is touching the rotor
- a pebble or other foreign body has become trapped and is rubbing against the rotor
Old Apr 24, 2001 | 11:03 AM
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If you have a lot of miles... it may be your low brake indicator... remove your wheel and check your brake pads... if that isn't it... maybe the dust shield behind the rotor is bent... though not likely...

Good luck

Originally posted by alloutmax
it does sound like it is metal to metal, when i apply the brakes it goes away, when i'm on a decline and just doing 2mph and push the brakes it makes loud noises.
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