Squeaky brakes... ugh (TSB 05-21 post #32)
02-26-2008, 12:01 AM
#43
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Let me first start off by saying that I am so happy I clicked on this thread! My brakes have been squeaky for about 2 months now. I have a 2006 RL that is in VIN range for the TSB and it makes me so happy that I learned this now so I get it all changed for free (right) 
. My car says it needs A1 service NOW so I guess I'm going to have to give up my RL to service for a day. AND, my brakes squeak at mid-range speeds (50-65) just for a second when I start to slow down. I'm guessing that problem will get taken care of too as a result of the new parts.
Thanks a lot!
. My car says it needs A1 service NOW so I guess I'm going to have to give up my RL to service for a day. AND, my brakes squeak at mid-range speeds (50-65) just for a second when I start to slow down. I'm guessing that problem will get taken care of too as a result of the new parts.Thanks a lot!
02-26-2008, 04:29 AM
#44
Burning Brakes
Originally Posted by nyjohnchan
I thought the TSB is for the front brake only??
LL
02-27-2008, 03:59 PM
#45
I had the TSB done yesterday .. they replaced the front rotors, pads, and a spring . . .my service advisor said that the calipers and pads are made by Brembo . . . .is there any truth to that statement?
02-28-2008, 05:09 AM
#47
Originally Posted by webhead
I had the TSB done yesterday .. they replaced the front rotors, pads, and a spring . . .my service advisor said that the calipers and pads are made by Brembo . . . .is there any truth to that statement?
02-28-2008, 09:03 AM
#48
Senior Moderator
Thanks for talking about brake squeaking.
Mine have been squeaking terribly at slow speeds until I've traveled a couple of miles. You guys jinxed me!
I'll bring it up at the next oil change.
I'm outside of the range for the TSB, too.
Mine have been squeaking terribly at slow speeds until I've traveled a couple of miles. You guys jinxed me!
I'll bring it up at the next oil change.
I'm outside of the range for the TSB, too.
02-28-2008, 09:13 AM
#49
Burning Brakes
Originally Posted by neuronbob
...Mine have been squeaking terribly at slow speeds until I've traveled a couple of miles.
My fronts squealed pretty much all the time prior to having the TSB done.
LL
05-08-2008, 02:40 PM
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Originally Posted by neuronbob
About time I got off my arse and posted this....
I don't see the screenshot of TSB 05-21 anymore? I was hoping to print it so I could bring to the dealer tomorrow.
Anyone have a copy they can PM me?
Thanks!
05-09-2008, 10:30 PM
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Originally Posted by lland
If your VIN is not in range, it will probably be handled on a one-by-one case. If you're close to the range, you may have a better chance. Ask your dealer but he'd have to get the O.K. from Acura before starting work of he won't be reimbursed. If the part numbers on your car match the replacements, it may be a tough sell. Worth a shot...
LL
LL
thank youin advance
05-10-2008, 06:46 AM
#53
Burning Brakes
Here's the best I can do here...if you post or send me an email address, I can send you the pdf which looks much better:
Service Bulletin
05-021
December 19, 2006
2005–06 RL
– See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Applies To:
Rattle From Front Suspension Area or Front Brakes Squeal At Low Speed
(Supersedes 05-021, dated August 8, 2006, to update the information marked with the black bars)
SYMPTOM
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
While driving on rough roads, you may hear a rattle
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
from the front suspension, or while braking at low
speed, you may hear a squeal from the front brakes.
OP# Description FRT
The vehicle may have both symptoms.
410820
Repair Procedure A
1.4 hr
Replace the front brake pads, discs,
pad springs; and refinish the new discs.
PROBABLE CAUSE
To replace the left front caliper, add
0.3 hr
D
To replace the right front caliper, add
0.3 hr
E
Brake squeal
: Improper pad and disc material.
To replace both front calipers, add
0.6 hr
F
Rattle
: The pad pins rattle in the caliper.
410151
Repair Procedure B
0.4 hr
Replace the front brake pad springs.
VEHICLES AFFECTED
Failed Part: REPAIR PROCEDURE A:
2005 RL
P/N 45022-SJA-010
Brake squeal: From VIN JH4KB16..5C000001 thru
JH4KB16..5C015259
REPAIR PROCEDURE B:
P/N 45227-SJA-003
Rattle: From VIN JH4KB16..5C000001 thru
JH4KB16..5C020423
Defect Code: 01401
2006 RL
Symptom Code: 04212
Brake squeal with or without rattle: From VIN
Skill Level: Repair Tec hnician
JH4KB16..6C000001 thru JH4KB16..6C006768
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty
expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by
the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Office. You must request consideration, and get a
For brake squeal with or without a rattle:
Install and
decision, before starting work.
refinish the new front brake discs, install new brake
pads and pad springs, and inspect the calipers, go to
REPAIR PROCEDURE A
REPAIR PROCEDURE A.
1. Remove the front brake calipers:
For rattle only:
Install new front brake pad springs, go
to REPAIR PROCEDURE B.
• Refer to page 18-11 of the
2005–07 RL Service
Manual,
or
• Online, enter keyword
HUB
and select
Knuckle/
PARTS INFORMATION
Hub Replacement
from the list.
Front Brake Pad Set: P/N 45022-SJA-040
2. Replace the brake discs with the part number listed
Front Brake Disc (2 required): P/N 45251-SJA-903
under PARTS INFORMATION:
Front Brake Pad Spring (2 required):
• Refer to page 18-12 of the service manual, or
P/N 45227-SJA-013
• Online, enter keyword
HUB
and select
Front
Knuckle/Hub Replacement
from the list.
Front Brake Caliper, left side: P/N 45019-SJA-A01
Front Brake Caliper, right side: P/N 45018-SJA-A01
3. Refinish both new front brake discs with an on-car
brake lathe. Use the approved Kwik-Way or Snap-
on brake lathe. Do not refinish the front discs off of
REQUIRED MATERIALS
the vehicle because disc runout cannot be
adequately eliminated by this method.
M-77 Assembly Paste: P/N 08798-9010
(One tube services three vehicles.)
1 of 2
©
200 6 America n Hon da Mot or Co ., In c. – All R igh ts Re served BT B 300 89-3 406 4 (0 612 )
CLIENT INFORMATION:
The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment, and
training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures should not be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this
bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized
Acura automobile dealer.
NOTE: For information on brake disc refinishing,
REPAIR PROCEDURE B
refer to the operating manual for the lathe and to
1. Raise the vehicle on a lift, and remove the front
service bulletin 00-037,
Brake Disc Refinishing
wheels.
Guidelines
.
2. Turn and twist out the clip from the caliper hole, and
4. Remove the front brake pads and inspect the front
pull the clip out from the pad pins.
brake caliper pad stops. Replace any caliper with a
pad stop clearance that exceeds
CLIP
0.1 mm.
PAD
PINS
CALIPER
HOLE
0.1 mm
OR LESS
3. Remove the pad pins and the pad spring.
PAD
STOP
PAD
PAD
SPRING
PINS
4. Install the new pad spring. While holding the pad
spring, insert the pad pins into the caliper from the
outside.
0.1 mm
OR LESS
PAD
SPRING
5. Install the new front brake pads and pad springs.
PAD
PINS
• Refer to page 19-13 of the service manual, or
5. Insert the clip ends into the pad pins, then twist the
• Online, enter keyword
PAD
and select
Front
clip into the caliper hole to lock it.
Brake Pad Inspection and Replacement
from
the list.
6. Repeat steps 2 thru 5 on the other side.
7. Reinstall the front wheels, then test-drive the
vehic le.
2 of 2
05-021
Service Bulletin
05-021
December 19, 2006
2005–06 RL
– See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Applies To:
Rattle From Front Suspension Area or Front Brakes Squeal At Low Speed
(Supersedes 05-021, dated August 8, 2006, to update the information marked with the black bars)
SYMPTOM
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
While driving on rough roads, you may hear a rattle
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
from the front suspension, or while braking at low
speed, you may hear a squeal from the front brakes.
OP# Description FRT
The vehicle may have both symptoms.
410820
Repair Procedure A
1.4 hr
Replace the front brake pads, discs,
pad springs; and refinish the new discs.
PROBABLE CAUSE
To replace the left front caliper, add
0.3 hr
D
To replace the right front caliper, add
0.3 hr
E
Brake squeal
: Improper pad and disc material.
To replace both front calipers, add
0.6 hr
F
Rattle
: The pad pins rattle in the caliper.
410151
Repair Procedure B
0.4 hr
Replace the front brake pad springs.
VEHICLES AFFECTED
Failed Part: REPAIR PROCEDURE A:
2005 RL
P/N 45022-SJA-010
Brake squeal: From VIN JH4KB16..5C000001 thru
JH4KB16..5C015259
REPAIR PROCEDURE B:
P/N 45227-SJA-003
Rattle: From VIN JH4KB16..5C000001 thru
JH4KB16..5C020423
Defect Code: 01401
2006 RL
Symptom Code: 04212
Brake squeal with or without rattle: From VIN
Skill Level: Repair Tec hnician
JH4KB16..6C000001 thru JH4KB16..6C006768
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty
expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by
the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Office. You must request consideration, and get a
For brake squeal with or without a rattle:
Install and
decision, before starting work.
refinish the new front brake discs, install new brake
pads and pad springs, and inspect the calipers, go to
REPAIR PROCEDURE A
REPAIR PROCEDURE A.
1. Remove the front brake calipers:
For rattle only:
Install new front brake pad springs, go
to REPAIR PROCEDURE B.
• Refer to page 18-11 of the
2005–07 RL Service
Manual,
or
• Online, enter keyword
HUB
and select
Knuckle/
PARTS INFORMATION
Hub Replacement
from the list.
Front Brake Pad Set: P/N 45022-SJA-040
2. Replace the brake discs with the part number listed
Front Brake Disc (2 required): P/N 45251-SJA-903
under PARTS INFORMATION:
Front Brake Pad Spring (2 required):
• Refer to page 18-12 of the service manual, or
P/N 45227-SJA-013
• Online, enter keyword
HUB
and select
Front
Knuckle/Hub Replacement
from the list.
Front Brake Caliper, left side: P/N 45019-SJA-A01
Front Brake Caliper, right side: P/N 45018-SJA-A01
3. Refinish both new front brake discs with an on-car
brake lathe. Use the approved Kwik-Way or Snap-
on brake lathe. Do not refinish the front discs off of
REQUIRED MATERIALS
the vehicle because disc runout cannot be
adequately eliminated by this method.
M-77 Assembly Paste: P/N 08798-9010
(One tube services three vehicles.)
1 of 2
©
200 6 America n Hon da Mot or Co ., In c. – All R igh ts Re served BT B 300 89-3 406 4 (0 612 )
CLIENT INFORMATION:
The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment, and
training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures should not be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this
bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized
Acura automobile dealer.
NOTE: For information on brake disc refinishing,
REPAIR PROCEDURE B
refer to the operating manual for the lathe and to
1. Raise the vehicle on a lift, and remove the front
service bulletin 00-037,
Brake Disc Refinishing
wheels.
Guidelines
.
2. Turn and twist out the clip from the caliper hole, and
4. Remove the front brake pads and inspect the front
pull the clip out from the pad pins.
brake caliper pad stops. Replace any caliper with a
pad stop clearance that exceeds
CLIP
0.1 mm.
PAD
PINS
CALIPER
HOLE
0.1 mm
OR LESS
3. Remove the pad pins and the pad spring.
PAD
STOP
PAD
PAD
SPRING
PINS
4. Install the new pad spring. While holding the pad
spring, insert the pad pins into the caliper from the
outside.
0.1 mm
OR LESS
PAD
SPRING
5. Install the new front brake pads and pad springs.
PAD
PINS
• Refer to page 19-13 of the service manual, or
5. Insert the clip ends into the pad pins, then twist the
• Online, enter keyword
PAD
and select
Front
clip into the caliper hole to lock it.
Brake Pad Inspection and Replacement
from
the list.
6. Repeat steps 2 thru 5 on the other side.
7. Reinstall the front wheels, then test-drive the
vehic le.
2 of 2
05-021
05-10-2008, 09:23 AM
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Originally Posted by lland
Here's the best I can do here...if you post or send me an email address, I can send you the pdf which looks much better:
Service Bulletin
05-021
December 19, 2006
2005–06 RL
– See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Applies To:
Rattle From Front Suspension Area or Front Brakes Squeal At Low Speed
(Supersedes 05-021, dated August 8, 2006, to update the information marked with the black bars)
SYMPTOM
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
While driving on rough roads, you may hear a rattle
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
from the front suspension, or while braking at low
speed, you may hear a squeal from the front brakes.
OP# Description FRT
The vehicle may have both symptoms.
410820
Repair Procedure A
1.4 hr
Replace the front brake pads, discs,
pad springs; and refinish the new discs.
PROBABLE CAUSE
To replace the left front caliper, add
0.3 hr
D
To replace the right front caliper, add
0.3 hr
E
Brake squeal
: Improper pad and disc material.
To replace both front calipers, add
0.6 hr
F
Rattle
: The pad pins rattle in the caliper.
410151
Repair Procedure B
0.4 hr
Replace the front brake pad springs.
VEHICLES AFFECTED
Failed Part: REPAIR PROCEDURE A:
2005 RL
P/N 45022-SJA-010
Brake squeal: From VIN JH4KB16..5C000001 thru
JH4KB16..5C015259
REPAIR PROCEDURE B:
P/N 45227-SJA-003
Rattle: From VIN JH4KB16..5C000001 thru
JH4KB16..5C020423
Defect Code: 01401
2006 RL
Symptom Code: 04212
Brake squeal with or without rattle: From VIN
Skill Level: Repair Tec hnician
JH4KB16..6C000001 thru JH4KB16..6C006768
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty
expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by
the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Office. You must request consideration, and get a
For brake squeal with or without a rattle:
Install and
decision, before starting work.
refinish the new front brake discs, install new brake
pads and pad springs, and inspect the calipers, go to
REPAIR PROCEDURE A
REPAIR PROCEDURE A.
1. Remove the front brake calipers:
For rattle only:
Install new front brake pad springs, go
to REPAIR PROCEDURE B.
• Refer to page 18-11 of the
2005–07 RL Service
Manual,
or
• Online, enter keyword
HUB
and select
Knuckle/
PARTS INFORMATION
Hub Replacement
from the list.
Front Brake Pad Set: P/N 45022-SJA-040
2. Replace the brake discs with the part number listed
Front Brake Disc (2 required): P/N 45251-SJA-903
under PARTS INFORMATION:
Front Brake Pad Spring (2 required):
• Refer to page 18-12 of the service manual, or
P/N 45227-SJA-013
• Online, enter keyword
HUB
and select
Front
Knuckle/Hub Replacement
from the list.
Front Brake Caliper, left side: P/N 45019-SJA-A01
Front Brake Caliper, right side: P/N 45018-SJA-A01
3. Refinish both new front brake discs with an on-car
brake lathe. Use the approved Kwik-Way or Snap-
on brake lathe. Do not refinish the front discs off of
REQUIRED MATERIALS
the vehicle because disc runout cannot be
adequately eliminated by this method.
M-77 Assembly Paste: P/N 08798-9010
(One tube services three vehicles.)
1 of 2
©
200 6 America n Hon da Mot or Co ., In c. – All R igh ts Re served BT B 300 89-3 406 4 (0 612 )
CLIENT INFORMATION:
The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment, and
training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures should not be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this
bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized
Acura automobile dealer.
NOTE: For information on brake disc refinishing,
REPAIR PROCEDURE B
refer to the operating manual for the lathe and to
1. Raise the vehicle on a lift, and remove the front
service bulletin 00-037,
Brake Disc Refinishing
wheels.
Guidelines
.
2. Turn and twist out the clip from the caliper hole, and
4. Remove the front brake pads and inspect the front
pull the clip out from the pad pins.
brake caliper pad stops. Replace any caliper with a
pad stop clearance that exceeds
CLIP
0.1 mm.
PAD
PINS
CALIPER
HOLE
0.1 mm
OR LESS
3. Remove the pad pins and the pad spring.
PAD
STOP
PAD
PAD
SPRING
PINS
4. Install the new pad spring. While holding the pad
spring, insert the pad pins into the caliper from the
outside.
0.1 mm
OR LESS
PAD
SPRING
5. Install the new front brake pads and pad springs.
PAD
PINS
• Refer to page 19-13 of the service manual, or
5. Insert the clip ends into the pad pins, then twist the
• Online, enter keyword
PAD
and select
Front
clip into the caliper hole to lock it.
Brake Pad Inspection and Replacement
from
the list.
6. Repeat steps 2 thru 5 on the other side.
7. Reinstall the front wheels, then test-drive the
vehic le.
2 of 2
05-021
Service Bulletin
05-021
December 19, 2006
2005–06 RL
– See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Applies To:
Rattle From Front Suspension Area or Front Brakes Squeal At Low Speed
(Supersedes 05-021, dated August 8, 2006, to update the information marked with the black bars)
SYMPTOM
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
While driving on rough roads, you may hear a rattle
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
from the front suspension, or while braking at low
speed, you may hear a squeal from the front brakes.
OP# Description FRT
The vehicle may have both symptoms.
410820
Repair Procedure A
1.4 hr
Replace the front brake pads, discs,
pad springs; and refinish the new discs.
PROBABLE CAUSE
To replace the left front caliper, add
0.3 hr
D
To replace the right front caliper, add
0.3 hr
E
Brake squeal
: Improper pad and disc material.
To replace both front calipers, add
0.6 hr
F
Rattle
: The pad pins rattle in the caliper.
410151
Repair Procedure B
0.4 hr
Replace the front brake pad springs.
VEHICLES AFFECTED
Failed Part: REPAIR PROCEDURE A:
2005 RL
P/N 45022-SJA-010
Brake squeal: From VIN JH4KB16..5C000001 thru
JH4KB16..5C015259
REPAIR PROCEDURE B:
P/N 45227-SJA-003
Rattle: From VIN JH4KB16..5C000001 thru
JH4KB16..5C020423
Defect Code: 01401
2006 RL
Symptom Code: 04212
Brake squeal with or without rattle: From VIN
Skill Level: Repair Tec hnician
JH4KB16..6C000001 thru JH4KB16..6C006768
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty
expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by
the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Office. You must request consideration, and get a
For brake squeal with or without a rattle:
Install and
decision, before starting work.
refinish the new front brake discs, install new brake
pads and pad springs, and inspect the calipers, go to
REPAIR PROCEDURE A
REPAIR PROCEDURE A.
1. Remove the front brake calipers:
For rattle only:
Install new front brake pad springs, go
to REPAIR PROCEDURE B.
• Refer to page 18-11 of the
2005–07 RL Service
Manual,
or
• Online, enter keyword
HUB
and select
Knuckle/
PARTS INFORMATION
Hub Replacement
from the list.
Front Brake Pad Set: P/N 45022-SJA-040
2. Replace the brake discs with the part number listed
Front Brake Disc (2 required): P/N 45251-SJA-903
under PARTS INFORMATION:
Front Brake Pad Spring (2 required):
• Refer to page 18-12 of the service manual, or
P/N 45227-SJA-013
• Online, enter keyword
HUB
and select
Front
Knuckle/Hub Replacement
from the list.
Front Brake Caliper, left side: P/N 45019-SJA-A01
Front Brake Caliper, right side: P/N 45018-SJA-A01
3. Refinish both new front brake discs with an on-car
brake lathe. Use the approved Kwik-Way or Snap-
on brake lathe. Do not refinish the front discs off of
REQUIRED MATERIALS
the vehicle because disc runout cannot be
adequately eliminated by this method.
M-77 Assembly Paste: P/N 08798-9010
(One tube services three vehicles.)
1 of 2
©
200 6 America n Hon da Mot or Co ., In c. – All R igh ts Re served BT B 300 89-3 406 4 (0 612 )
CLIENT INFORMATION:
The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment, and
training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures should not be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume this
bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an authorized
Acura automobile dealer.
NOTE: For information on brake disc refinishing,
REPAIR PROCEDURE B
refer to the operating manual for the lathe and to
1. Raise the vehicle on a lift, and remove the front
service bulletin 00-037,
Brake Disc Refinishing
wheels.
Guidelines
.
2. Turn and twist out the clip from the caliper hole, and
4. Remove the front brake pads and inspect the front
pull the clip out from the pad pins.
brake caliper pad stops. Replace any caliper with a
pad stop clearance that exceeds
CLIP
0.1 mm.
PAD
PINS
CALIPER
HOLE
0.1 mm
OR LESS
3. Remove the pad pins and the pad spring.
PAD
STOP
PAD
PAD
SPRING
PINS
4. Install the new pad spring. While holding the pad
spring, insert the pad pins into the caliper from the
outside.
0.1 mm
OR LESS
PAD
SPRING
5. Install the new front brake pads and pad springs.
PAD
PINS
• Refer to page 19-13 of the service manual, or
5. Insert the clip ends into the pad pins, then twist the
• Online, enter keyword
PAD
and select
Front
clip into the caliper hole to lock it.
Brake Pad Inspection and Replacement
from
the list.
6. Repeat steps 2 thru 5 on the other side.
7. Reinstall the front wheels, then test-drive the
vehic le.
2 of 2
05-021
thank you again
05-11-2008, 12:00 AM
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My 2005 RL falls under the recall and the brakes squeak horribly!! When someone has a chance, will you please send a pdf of of the service bulletin to rpdupuis@hotmail.com...thanks!
05-12-2008, 05:18 AM
#57
Burning Brakes
Originally Posted by rpdupuis
My 2005 RL falls under the recall and the brakes squeak horribly!! When someone has a chance, will you please send a pdf of of the service bulletin to rpdupuis@hotmail.com...thanks!
LL
05-12-2008, 10:08 AM
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When I got to the dealer last Friday and mentioned the "squeaky brakes" and showed him the TSB print out, he suggested going for a ride to hear it. 'Lo on behold, I could NOT replicate the sound/issue. It was raining on that day (not sure if that dampened it). So he said, they really could not do anything about it. I insisted they check it out. I got a call in the afternoon and he said everything looked good and no replacement is needed. He also said that my car is out of the VIN coverage.
When I got my car back, as I was driving away, guess what I heard? The squeaky brakes! The dealer was closed at this time. I guess I need to somehow replicate this problem with his as a witness
I know it is going to happen, it is jus a matter of time...
When I got my car back, as I was driving away, guess what I heard? The squeaky brakes! The dealer was closed at this time. I guess I need to somehow replicate this problem with his as a witness
I know it is going to happen, it is jus a matter of time...
05-12-2008, 10:41 AM
#60
Burning Brakes
Originally Posted by RedSox04
Tried to PM you but your box is full, anyone already have the PDF they can send me? I can PM you my gmail address.
Let me know.
-Nick
Let me know.
-Nick
Try now...I emptied my inbox.
LL
05-21-2008, 03:09 PM
#62
Burning Brakes
Originally Posted by 30CL
My dealer refused doing TSB 05-021 without even looking at the car.
One thing my dealer has be very good about is fixing things based on my word. I've never gotten the "could not duplicate" response (with my old Volvo, that "could not duplicate" was just about all I got).
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06-07-2008, 09:15 PM
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If you're not within the VIN range, try replacing the pads with those made by Akebono Pro Act Ceramic, follow the installation instruction and the squeal will go. I just did a front brake pad replacement last night, it took me about an hour and a half (first time I did it) and did the bedding suggestions in some sites and all is well. No squeal so far and performance is very good.
06-09-2008, 12:05 PM
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Originally Posted by lland
Hard to believe. As long as your car is within the VIN range, they should be paid for the repair. Time to call Acura.
One thing my dealer has be very good about is fixing things based on my word. I've never gotten the "could not duplicate" response (with my old Volvo, that "could not duplicate" was just about all I got).
LL
One thing my dealer has be very good about is fixing things based on my word. I've never gotten the "could not duplicate" response (with my old Volvo, that "could not duplicate" was just about all I got).
LL
What's the Acura corp number for that?
06-16-2008, 03:27 PM
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Update: got a response that they (dealership) would have to diagnose the problem (which I am ok with, dah) and decide if the parts are at faults or whatever. But, there it comes, if they find nothing wrong I would have to pay from my pocket for diagnostic.
I think I would be better off by changing discs or resurfacing them and changing pads myself.
I think I would be better off by changing discs or resurfacing them and changing pads myself.
06-17-2008, 10:01 PM
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06-17-2008, 11:04 PM
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I can't see page two of the TSB, does anyone know if they dimple the VIN when the TSB is applied?
I purchased my RL used and I don't know if it was applied or not. Like a lot of other people, I have squeaky brakes until they warm up.
I purchased my RL used and I don't know if it was applied or not. Like a lot of other people, I have squeaky brakes until they warm up.
06-18-2008, 10:11 AM
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Originally Posted by henryr01
I can't see page two of the TSB, does anyone know if they dimple the VIN when the TSB is applied?
06-18-2008, 08:01 PM
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Brake squeal
My 06 RL w/ 36000 mi had the squeal each time I pulled into my garage. Took the TSB to my dealer and they did a front brake job w/ pads and rotors and new rear pads and machined the rear rotors. No more squeal.
06-19-2008, 05:33 AM
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Originally Posted by 30CL
Update: got a response that they (dealership) would have to diagnose the problem (which I am ok with, dah) and decide if the parts are at faults or whatever. But, there it comes, if they find nothing wrong I would have to pay from my pocket for diagnostic.
I think I would be better off by changing discs or resurfacing them and changing pads myself.
I think I would be better off by changing discs or resurfacing them and changing pads myself.
LL
06-19-2008, 11:54 PM
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I told my dealer (acura of pleasanton) about the tsb for squeaking front brakes when I brought my 2006 RL with 22,000 miles in for routine service today . My car was in the VIN number range. They replaced the front discs, brake pads and pad springs under warranty no questions asked. I wish to thank acurazine members, especially lland, for their help.
10-28-2008, 08:43 PM
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Burning Brakes
Not sure this is the correct thread for this, but my brakes are starting to grind -- and I have only 15000 miles on my 2006 RL. The grinding usually occurs with moderate to strong braking. Are my pads simply worn out?
11-04-2008, 12:15 PM
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Burning Brakes
I took my car in this morning for the A16 service and asked the service manager to check the brakes and brought a copy of the TSB with me (second time I've done this - did it at my last appointment 6 months ago). The brake squeal has gotten much worse on my car to the point where it happens 75% of the time when I step on the brake (I have about 15,000 miles on my 06 RL). It's especially annoying on the highway - when slowing down I get a lengthy high-pitched squeal that's really loud. After the service and test drive they said they couldn't replicate the brake squeal but said they would do the TSB because it was the second time I mentioned it as a problem. Of course, when I got in the car to drive away the brakes squealed. 
11-16-2008, 07:51 AM
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dwboston,
I too have a 2006 RL and have about 17,000 miles on mine.....and have been experiencing the squeaky brakes since 10,000. I bought in the TSB brake issue at 10K when doing a A16 service and they said it wasn't within my VIN range, then at 17K (A1 service)...mentioned that the squeaking was still occuring but was getting worse. Well, I think they finally solved the issue. This is after they drove the car and said they could not replicate at first, then I complained and said this was not satisfactory. I told them I have had passengers in the car and they have heard my brakes squeal, and said it's quite embrassing. Afterall, I'm driving the "flagship" car and it sounds like I own an entry level car with bugs. So, they said they would keep the car for the weekend and investigate further. Well, they called me on Monday and they said the noise was from the rear brakes and not the front brakes. Personally, I could never tell if it was coming from the front or rear. To make a long story short, they ended up replacing the following under warranty;
- brand new rear brake pads for both sides
- new rear rotors for both sides
It's been about a week and I don't hear anymore squeaking. Hopefully this solves the issue or I'll be back!
I too have a 2006 RL and have about 17,000 miles on mine.....and have been experiencing the squeaky brakes since 10,000. I bought in the TSB brake issue at 10K when doing a A16 service and they said it wasn't within my VIN range, then at 17K (A1 service)...mentioned that the squeaking was still occuring but was getting worse. Well, I think they finally solved the issue. This is after they drove the car and said they could not replicate at first, then I complained and said this was not satisfactory. I told them I have had passengers in the car and they have heard my brakes squeal, and said it's quite embrassing. Afterall, I'm driving the "flagship" car and it sounds like I own an entry level car with bugs. So, they said they would keep the car for the weekend and investigate further. Well, they called me on Monday and they said the noise was from the rear brakes and not the front brakes. Personally, I could never tell if it was coming from the front or rear. To make a long story short, they ended up replacing the following under warranty;
- brand new rear brake pads for both sides
- new rear rotors for both sides
It's been about a week and I don't hear anymore squeaking. Hopefully this solves the issue or I'll be back!
11-16-2008, 05:52 PM
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Burning Brakes
dwboston,
I too have a 2006 RL and have about 17,000 miles on mine.....and have been experiencing the squeaky brakes since 10,000. I bought in the TSB brake issue at 10K when doing a A16 service and they said it wasn't within my VIN range, then at 17K (A1 service)...mentioned that the squeaking was still occuring but was getting worse. Well, I think they finally solved the issue. This is after they drove the car and said they could not replicate at first, then I complained and said this was not satisfactory. I told them I have had passengers in the car and they have heard my brakes squeal, and said it's quite embrassing. Afterall, I'm driving the "flagship" car and it sounds like I own an entry level car with bugs. So, they said they would keep the car for the weekend and investigate further. Well, they called me on Monday and they said the noise was from the rear brakes and not the front brakes. Personally, I could never tell if it was coming from the front or rear. To make a long story short, they ended up replacing the following under warranty;
- brand new rear brake pads for both sides
- new rear rotors for both sides
It's been about a week and I don't hear anymore squeaking. Hopefully this solves the issue or I'll be back!
I too have a 2006 RL and have about 17,000 miles on mine.....and have been experiencing the squeaky brakes since 10,000. I bought in the TSB brake issue at 10K when doing a A16 service and they said it wasn't within my VIN range, then at 17K (A1 service)...mentioned that the squeaking was still occuring but was getting worse. Well, I think they finally solved the issue. This is after they drove the car and said they could not replicate at first, then I complained and said this was not satisfactory. I told them I have had passengers in the car and they have heard my brakes squeal, and said it's quite embrassing. Afterall, I'm driving the "flagship" car and it sounds like I own an entry level car with bugs. So, they said they would keep the car for the weekend and investigate further. Well, they called me on Monday and they said the noise was from the rear brakes and not the front brakes. Personally, I could never tell if it was coming from the front or rear. To make a long story short, they ended up replacing the following under warranty;
- brand new rear brake pads for both sides
- new rear rotors for both sides
It's been about a week and I don't hear anymore squeaking. Hopefully this solves the issue or I'll be back!
11-16-2008, 09:22 PM
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Yeah, they originally resurfaced my rear rotors...but the issue persist, so they replaced the rotor entirely. Like yours.....let's hope this doesn't return. I'm now worried that my front brakes could potentially have this problem...let's hope not? Acura needs to get this resolved quickly....not sure what is going on with all this brake noise??
