2000 Chevy Malibu Strange Break Noise

BORICUA3205

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2000 CHEVROLET MALIBU
6 CYL
FWD
AUTOMATIC
96,000 MILES

Whenever I step on the brakes I get a noise that sounds similar to rusted springs in the front driver side. The weird thing is that this happens even when I am at a stop and car is in Parking. I have had a few mechanics look at it and they can't figure it out. Other than the noise I have not had any problems. But it is driving me crazy. Any ideas?

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RHALL77

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There is a lube that your local dealer has to install on the brake caliper piston boot. This is common and I know how you feel. The nosie bothered me 2. Call them they can help you out

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Monday, August 25th, 2008 AT 7:09 PM

BORICUA3205

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Is this something I can do myself?

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Tuesday, August 26th, 2008 AT 5:16 PM

RHALL77

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Yes you can purchase the lube and do it yourself, or buy new calipers

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Tuesday, August 26th, 2008 AT 6:56 PM

BORICUA3205

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Thanks, I actually found an article that describes this issue to a T including the name of the lubricant and a diagram on how to do it. Actually my brother has the same exact problem with a Grand Am. I think I'm going to go with this versus the caliper. It should only take me a few minutes and is much cheaper!

Thx!

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Wednesday, August 27th, 2008 AT 7:57 AM