mu1980

I noticed this noise the other day when I had the window down and radio off. It happens after I've been driving around for a while, when I approach a stop from a lower speed and apply the brakes, it sounds like there's a click coming from the front wheels. The noise doesn't occur if I'm heavy on the brakes and it doesn't happen all the time. Braking effectiveness and action are the same as they've always been.

Any ideas? Thanks. I'm at the 3yo mark with the car, which means it's probably time for a brake fluid change.. but that wouldn't be the cause of the click, would it?

PS: The front brake pads were replaced a couple months ago and front rotors were resurfaced at the time of pad replacement.

JCL622

clicking sounds means the rotor is at the end of its life; how many times resurfaced?

Tripnbeats

is the clicking occuring when u hit the breaks or when u stand still and it sounds like creeking?

6spMike

Another simple possiblilty is that the lug nuts are not torqued enough, or there is dirt between the wheel and the hub.

Tripnbeats

i have one now that occurs when u press on the brake, come to a hault and wait for a sec if u press the brake either harder or let go and press it at a complete stand still theres a brake booster noise. it sounds like its shot. im having it changed. the back padds i think need changing too. or the caliper soemtimes when the car sits for a week or so and i drive it for 3 secs stop at a sign or something and continue driving the rear brakes make noise like they havent fully released.... but theres no brake pressure problems.....im dropping it off once i get the new innovative mounts.

mu1980

It's the first time they've been resurfaced.

It doesn't make a noise when the car is completely stopped, only as I'm slowing down by pressing on the brakes relatively lightly.. and never when the brakes are pressed hard.

Thanks for the suggestions, everyone.

SERVICEADVISOR

Lack Of Molly Coat On Backing Plate????

mu1980

Hmm.. I don't know what that is.

Tripnbeats

me?

SERVICEADVISOR

IT'S a type of grease Acura has us put on rear of brake pad backing plate to reduce friction and noise.

mu1980

Oh. Hmm.. that may be it, as when I had the front pads replaced and rotors resurfaced, I took it to the Honda dealer that's not far away. Maybe they didn't do that.

These are the pads I bought and had them install: http://www.tirerack.com/brakes/brake...ion&perfCode=P

03TL_S

having the same Clicking problem,except when i accelerate then hit the brakes...just had the fronts resurfaced and new pads installed. tech seems to think either wheel bearing or CV joint?!?!

gbc_yoyo

i had the same type of problem especially when accelerating from a full stop and applying the breaks would render the same noise....my problem was solved by tightening some bolt in the front left wheel....

RobertRKL

yea im currently having the same exact problem, especially after accelerating and braking there is usually one to two clicks coming from the left wheel, has anyone found what is causing this, gbc_yoyo do u recall what was tightened?

Trew

iTrader: (1)

lube your caliper slide pins. they are starting to bind. the click you hear is when they abruptly release under pressure. they are supposed to slide in and out gracefully.

RobertRKL

i doubt its the slide pins because it would click every time u apply the brakes and the case here is that lets say i brake to stop at a stop sign and then proceed slowly and brake again it does not click, now if i accelerate faster and the front lifts a bit and i brake then it clicks so i dont know if its a suspenison problem, tie rods, cv joint, or engine mounts, or something else and i still havent figured out

adcoviello89

I know this is an old thread? But did you ever find a solution ? Im getting the same thing, except mines a loud clunking with the pedal softly depressed. I have all new pads, rotors, calipers, bushings, rack and pinion, cv axels (almost 2 years old) etc. I can't find the problem for the life of me and its driving me insane !

polish_pat

tie rods?

rayman19082

It's the lower ball joint that's gone bad and need to be replaced. I have a 2010 accord. Its a common problem amongst Hondas/Acuras. If you are a DIY'er it shouldn't cost more than $60 for the parts and a few beers for your buddies to help you out on a weekend afternoon.

You will need a ball joint tool that you can rent out at any auto store.

Clicking sound when braking and turning wheel - Drive Accord Honda Forums


Here's where I found mine OEM replacement part around $30 bucks

https://www.google.com/shopping/prod...FUE3PgodNQgADg


Good luck and fingers crossed

warterdesmanne

I don't know about this. Ball joints usually clunk and cause drifting not a "click" on braking. With my 07 AT TL I pulled the caliper and cleaned it all, lubed all my slides etc and assemble the whole thing again every other oil change. I believe this is the "B" service that is part of your oil life reminder.

Also the sleeve in the lower control arm really makes the LBJ a PITA on the TL. Try everything else first like the service I just mentioned. If it comes out while removing the stud you are now buying a new LCA (aftermarket ones are about $170).

When you grease everything make sure you are using either the Molykote 77 mentioned in the FSM or a VERY high quality, high temp silicone grease like Sil-glyde. I have had bad luck with the thicker "green stuff"... Permatex if I remember right.

(http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/a...k-4/12024852-P)

johnny gammon

Hey guys need some help I have a clicking sound coming from my rear disc brakes on 2007 TL not sure what it is is only at low speeds and some little bumps all the suspension looks to be ok even the sway bar links I'm stumped on this issue

042

Ah yes, it's almost summertime. Time to roll those windows down and hear every noise your heater drowned out for the winter.

csmeance

Did you use enough brake lubricant on the shims/pads to ensure they aren't moving around?

Native TL

I hear a clicking noise as I drive down the street without turning. When I apply the brakes it goes away. Non-stop clicking sound going alomg with the tire coming from the breaks. Just did rear pads and calipers 3 weeks ago. Idk I cant tell if its coming from the front or rear.

Andrew Sheppard

Was the issue resolved?

I have the same one. After driving for a while I stop, reverse and as soon as I apply brakes I hear the clicking sound from both front wheels... rotors=1 year old, pads = 1 year. up to 10K milage (((

Any advice? Thanks!