2000 Ford Explorer Grinding from front end after brake job

165,000 MILES • 6 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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DISPD801
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I recently changed out the front brake pads, and about a week after doing that, I've noticed a grinding noise coming from the front end. It's relative to my speed, and completely independent from the engine; the grinding is still there while coasting and remains the same if I throw it in neutral and rev it a bit. At higher speeds, the car seems to "float" away from me from time to time, mostly around curves at 60+ mph. Any ideas?
Aug 27, 2010 at 1:27 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Have you rechecked your work on the brakes? It sounds like one of the brake pads is out of position and rubbing against the hub of the rotor.
Aug 28, 2010 at 3:02 AM
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