Free brake pad replacement!
08-24-12, 09:01 AM
#1
Free brake pad replacement!
So I brought my car in because of excessive brake squealing when coming to a stop. My rep says that they will replace both the front and rear brake pads and shims at no cost to me because I'm still under warranty, even though my pads were pretty worn. There are a couple LSB's out addressing the brake squealing issue, SB0043-11 and SB0044-10.
I also had a problem with the rearview mirror vibrating at highway speeds while the moonroof was fully open. The problem happens to be with the mirror itself so they're going to replace those parts as well.
They're having the parts ordered today and the work will be done on Monday.
I also had a problem with the rearview mirror vibrating at highway speeds while the moonroof was fully open. The problem happens to be with the mirror itself so they're going to replace those parts as well.
They're having the parts ordered today and the work will be done on Monday.
08-24-12, 09:16 AM
#2
So I brought my car in because of excessive brake squealing when coming to a stop. My rep says that they will replace both the front and rear brake pads and shims at no cost to me because I'm still under warranty, even though my pads were pretty worn. There are a couple LSB's out addressing the brake squealing issue, SB0043-11 and SB0044-10.
I also had a problem with the rearview mirror vibrating at highway speeds while the moonroof was fully open. The problem happens to be with the mirror itself so they're going to replace those parts as well.
They're having the parts ordered today and the work will be done on Monday.
I also had a problem with the rearview mirror vibrating at highway speeds while the moonroof was fully open. The problem happens to be with the mirror itself so they're going to replace those parts as well.
They're having the parts ordered today and the work will be done on Monday.
08-24-12, 10:15 AM
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08-24-12, 10:26 AM
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^^^ Technically yes, but some dealers will do, as good will. More than likely, your F has had the LSB work done due to them checking during your regular scheduled maintenances in the past.
08-24-12, 12:02 PM
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I tried taking it in for the TSB but was denied since I am on my second set of pads on both the front and rear. The excuse was that they couldnt inspect it w/o charging because the repairs were not done at the dealership. :/
08-24-12, 12:19 PM
#7
Yeah I was really close to buying a set of Wearever pads from Advance Autoparts and replacing them myself but found out about the LSBs and took it in. I didn't know if they would have taken care of them under the service bulletin since my pads are well-worn... I'm glad I took the chance and saved some $$$.
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08-24-12, 12:27 PM
#8
You're lucky! I brought mine in for excessive squealing while it was still under warranty, and since my pads were very worn (both front and rears had less than 2mm) he said they couldn't replace them under the TSB. He said they had to have a certain amount of pad left to qualify for that, I think he said maybe 2mm or 3mm. What a crock.
I guess it worked out for the best though because for under $100 I repalced them witht he Wearever pads which are much quieter and WAAAAAY less dust. My wheels are thanking me. Though it would have been nice to get some free new OEM pads which I could have resold to make a few bucks.
I guess it worked out for the best though because for under $100 I repalced them witht he Wearever pads which are much quieter and WAAAAAY less dust. My wheels are thanking me. Though it would have been nice to get some free new OEM pads which I could have resold to make a few bucks.
08-24-12, 01:12 PM
#9
i've heard great things about the Wearevers! It would be nice to not have to worry so much about brake dust and the dreaded pitting every time I drive around... and you're right about reselling them lol.. I might want to consider that for myself! 
08-24-12, 03:12 PM
#12
So I brought my car in because of excessive brake squealing when coming to a stop. My rep says that they will replace both the front and rear brake pads and shims at no cost to me because I'm still under warranty, even though my pads were pretty worn. There are a couple LSB's out addressing the brake squealing issue, SB0043-11 and SB0044-10.
I also had a problem with the rearview mirror vibrating at highway speeds while the moonroof was fully open. The problem happens to be with the mirror itself so they're going to replace those parts as well.
They're having the parts ordered today and the work will be done on Monday.
I also had a problem with the rearview mirror vibrating at highway speeds while the moonroof was fully open. The problem happens to be with the mirror itself so they're going to replace those parts as well.
They're having the parts ordered today and the work will be done on Monday.
08-24-12, 03:31 PM
#13
I changed my front pads myself with OEM replacements. They just ordered and replaced all 4 sets (front/rear) no problem. I didn't even ask for it. My SA asked me when I brought in my car if I was experiencing any squeaking. I told him not really but they checked anyway and replaced them as per the TSB. I also remember him asking me the previous time as well cuz he told me about the free pads. So I don't see why you're getting a problem if they were pushed onto me twice. I even had them return the old pads for me to keep since they still had good meat on them (7mm front / 5mm rear)!
