2007 Ford Focus Sound in reverse

2007 FORD FOCUS
82,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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TEHROLO
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The car makes a low pitched squealing sound, but only when moving in reverse. It almost sounds as if something isn't lubed properly, or like a sound a whale would make. Applying the brake lightly when in motion while reversing, stops the sound. I think it might be the drum brakes on the back wheels due to the sound only occurring while Moving in reverse, but i know nothing about things like this.
Jul 23, 2014 at 11:20 PM
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have a pro check brakes, might be rust caught between rotor and backing plate nothing to worry about
Jul 24, 2014 at 5:42 AM
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TEHROLO
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Glad to know that you think the problem is in the same area as I do. Thanks for your time!
Jul 24, 2014 at 8:04 AM
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