squealing brakes

2000 FORD TAURUS
150,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
Avatar
SANDYLOUWHOO
  • MEMBER
  • 8 POSTS
My brakes sound horrible - the brake light is on too. The front brakes are brand new, and there's nothing wrong with the back brakes either. What would cause them to make this awful racket if it's not the brakes themselves?
Apr 24, 2009 at 3:31 PM
Advertisement
Avatar
BLUELIGHTNIN6
  • CERTIFIED EXPERT
  • 16,542 POSTS
Could be brake dust build-up or the sliders on the calipers need to be lubed. Also check the bridges where the pads meet and lube that as well. Keep in mind that metallic pads make more noise so even though they are new they may still squeal. As for the brake light illuminating, check the brake fluid level.
Apr 5, 2021 at 12:16 PM