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Old 10-31-2009, 01:38 PM
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Rotational squeaking noise

Hello all,

I have a 2008 TL Type S 6mt. The car is making a rotational squeaking noise coming from the front right wheel area. I had a hit a curb previously but the car was fixed. The noise was not there after it was fixed so I don't know if it is related but I am assuming it is.

Sometimes it sounds pretty bad and sometimes I don't hear it at all. It seems to depend on how much I have the steering wheel turned. Also when I step on the brakes the noise goes away every time. I am due for new breaks as my front pads are very low, but I don't think low pads would cause this noise?

The dealer told me it was a backing plate rubbing against the rotor but as soon as I was going around the highway on-ramp on my way home the noise was still there.

Anyone have any ideas?

Thank you, much appreciated!!
Old 10-31-2009, 02:14 PM
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It's probably a brake wear indicator tab (which is metal) making the noise to tell you to replace the pads now.
Old 10-31-2009, 02:24 PM
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But doesn't the break wear indicator only squeal when you press on the breaks, not just while driving?

And I do have new front pads and rotors on the way. I am hoping that will solve the problem, but am worried that it won't,

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