Braking

2001 FORD FOCUS

83,000 MILES • V12 • 2WD • MANUAL

MICHELLE.SCOTT

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I have a grinding noise coming from the back of the car when breaking, This seems to happen when the car is cold and disappears once running for a while. I have has the front disc and pads replaced and the back cylinders but still happening

Jan 10, 2011 at 12:47 PM

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AUTOZONEBRAKESEXPERT

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If you hear grinding sounds when you apply the brakes:
* The most common cause for this condition is when the lining has worn past its service limit and the metal plate is contacting the rotor.
* Some drivers may experience a grinding noise only when the pedal is slightly applied, and the vehicle is moving very slow (such as slightly releasing the pedal from a stop position). This operation is normal.

Mar 15, 2021 at 7:31 PM

SQM

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Hello,

It sounds like the noise could be due to pads/rotors that are glazed.
When cold the brake makes the noise but as it warms up then it gains more traction and the noise goes away.

It is likely that the pads need to be replaced and the rotors need to be resurfaced (given they are within specification).

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-front-brake-pads-and-rotors-fwd

I have attached diagrams for your reference.

Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you.

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Oct 12, 2021 at 9:41 PM