1998 Ford Taurus Brake Noise, Check Engine

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I just bought a 1998 ford taurus. It has 135,000 miles on it. The check engine light recently came on and the brakes have started to make a grinding or crackling noise like something is being dragged underneath the front of the car. The noise doesn't happen everytime I brake but often enough to cause concern. Any helpful information would be appreciated.
Feb 27, 2006 at 9:30 AM
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I would suggest if you are going to do the work yourself, go to the local auto parts store ( autozone etc. ) and pick up a Code reader. That will read the computer in the car and break down the possibilities of what it could be. For the brake sounds, check your pads and rotors. Your pads may need to be changed.
Feb 27, 2006 at 10:06 AM
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if the noise comes only when brakes are applied it's likle the pads need replacing. if it stops when brakes are applied it points to a wheel bearing
Feb 27, 2006 at 12:22 PM
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Scan the check engine light with a code reader. If the grinding occurs only when braking, inspect the pads and rotors and replace worn pads. If the noise stops when the brakes are applied, inspect the wheel bearing.

Conversation Summary

The owner of a 1998 Ford Taurus with 135,000 miles reported a check engine light and an intermittent grinding or crackling noise from the front while braking. Advice was to read the stored codes and inspect the brake pads and rotors. An expert said noise only while braking likely means worn pads, while noise that stops when the brakes are applied points to a wheel bearing.

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