mlb585

I noticed about a month or two ago that my back rear wheel's brake seem's to be slightly dragging (I can hear this tiny noise at slow speeds). I've been really busy so I haven't been able to take care of it. But starting a couple of days ago, I started hearing this slight rattling/springy type noise in the right rear (same place) when going over speed bumps, bumpy roads, etc. Are the two here associated? Is it possibly the parking brake out of adjustment or something bigger? Any suggestions or help on this?

gurot1

I had a similar problem with a noise at low speeds. For me it was a seized caliper. The slider bolts were stuck. I had it fixed rather than replacing the caliper. I don't know how much someone would charge to fix a seized bolt but it's got to be cheaper than replacing calipers! I had some I kow that fix it. I don't know if that's what's going on with your car or not. You can have a place do a brake inspection for you or you can take the wheel off and check yourself as well. I didn't notice any different noise while going over bumps. All I know is that I have to buy new rear pads and rotors now because mine got all worn out due to the seized caliper.

GreenMonster

If the parking brake is adjusted wrong, it can wear out the rear brake pads prematurely...

Sounds like you just need rear brakes...