2000 Jeep Cherokee Moaning Brakes

Tiny
SAMWISMER
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  • 2000 JEEP CHEROKEE
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
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  • 130,000 MILES
While parked or at a stop, when I press my brakes I hear a moan. It happens with a specific amount of pressure. I can make it stop by reducing the amount of pressure. It has been going on for about 6 months or so. I figured the system needed bleading. I just replaced the front pads and rotors and blead the system and it actually seems a bit worse. Also, the peddle is still a bit mushy and I wonder if I blead the system well enough. What could be causing the moan?
Thursday, May 21st, 2009 AT 9:58 AM

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Tiny
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Hi
Sound is coming from brake vacuum booster. As for pedal rebleed should do the trick. Have someone apply brake give a listen to booster.
Let me know
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Thursday, May 21st, 2009 AT 10:03 AM
Tiny
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Thank you for the reply I will give that a try. What is the best procedure for bleeding the brakes if I can only access one wheel at a time? Do I need to bleed from all for bleeder valves?
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Thursday, May 21st, 2009 AT 10:12 AM
Tiny
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Start with right front then left. Backs should be good if they where not opened.
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Thursday, May 21st, 2009 AT 10:38 AM

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