How-To Tuesday: Silencing Those Squeaky Brakes
Whether they’re caused by worn-down brake pads, cold weather, or lack of driving, squeaky brakes are one of those really annoying problems that you just can’t run from. No matter where you go, no matter how loud you crank your tunes, there’s just no escape. Unless, of course, you fix the problem.
While fixing squeaky brakes might seem like a job for the mechanic — and therefore one you’d love to put off as long as possible — oftentimes, the problem will end up being something that you can mend all on your own. Today’s How-To Tuesday article, and the corresponding video below, will help you to do just that.
Both the article and video show you how to ascertain exactly why your brakes are squeaking by looking at some common sources of the problem. After locating the source of your squeak, you’ll also learn how to fix the problem.
In order to accomplish such DIY feats, both article and video break your brake squeaking down to four main steps. Step one looks at your brake pads and insulation shims, to see if they are worn down. Step two seeks to determine if your rotors are rusty. Step three looks at the anti-rattle clips. And step four helps you figure out if your rotors are worn out.
Though these lessons are nominally intended to discuss squeaky brakes on the Lexus IS, in truth, much of the information can be used for any vehicles. So what are you waiting for, please go fix that annoying squeak this instant!
