Loud noise from the front left wheel

2004 DAIHATSU SIRION
170,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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Loud rattle coming from the front left wheel since brakes were replaced. The noise stops an goes away when applying the brake.
Sep 28, 2018 at 10:22 PM
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HARRY P
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If I had to guess, I would say that the brake caliper bolts probably are not tight enough. If you can take your wheel off, then you can check them yourself. Check out the following guides for some guidance.

How to change a caliper: https://www.2carpros.com/articles/brake-caliper-replacement
How to change brakes: https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-front-brake-pads-and-rotors-fwd

I hope this information helps. Let us know what you find.
Sep 29, 2018 at 4:04 AM
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