Nissan Left Front Metal on Metal Noise

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WHOSTHATGIRL1204
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My car is making a horrible metal on metal sound in my left front tire area when I drive. It immediately stops when I apply the brakes. Can you please tell me what the problem might be. thanks.
Jan 18, 2006 at 1:29 AM
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FISHERMAN
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You need brake pads, the noise could be the "warning" on the pads which its a little piece of metal close to the end of the liner, when the liner its almost gone that comes in contact with the rotor to got your attention.

Or probably the pads are gone at all.

Hope it helps

Manuel.
Jan 18, 2006 at 2:14 AM

Suggested Repair

Inspect and replace the left front brake pads. The metal-on-metal noise that stops when braking is consistent with a pad wear indicator contacting the rotor, or with pads worn completely down.

Conversation Summary

The owner reported a harsh metal-on-metal noise from the left front wheel area while driving that stops immediately when the brakes are applied. The expert advised that the brake pads likely need replacement, explaining the sound may be the pad wear indicator contacting the rotor or that the pads may already be worn out.

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