Squeaky Brakes: Troubleshooting 3C Systems

Hi.

"When I need to brake gently (e.g., going down a ramp in a parking garage), my rear brakes squeal quite loudly."
When switching from winter to summer tires, I was "messing around" with things from the outside, meaning I tried to do something somehow between the outer brake pads and the caliper.
It actually made things worse.

Now, thanks to the change, I know that this is the right place.

What do you think about this?
- Approach the EPB (Emergency Parking Brake).
- Gently squeeze the brake caliper together.
- Insert a piece of cloth between the pliers and the material.
- If necessary, use a cloth with some ceramic paste on it.
- Revert to EPB.

Okay, please provide the German text you would like me to translate into English. I will only provide the translation.

I think it's more likely that I need to expand it, verschandeln it, break the edges, lubricate it, and then install it.

the better solution is, or, if necessary, replace it with a suitable alternative.

As far as I know, the blocks are covered with a plastic layer or plate on the outside, which is why lubrication wouldn't be effective in that area.

Well, at least the "degreasing" resulted in "more squeak."

And I have to hurry, because it makes less noise/no noise when it's hot.

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Lubricate, do not degrease!
hg
Herbert.

Hello,

I've experienced the same problem with my colleague's vehicle; there's a Technical Service Bulletin (TPI) about it available from the dealerships.
It replaces the brake caliper carrier (or whatever you want to call it) with a new design.
The old mechanism somehow starts to vibrate, and then there's the loud squeaking .

Sure. Please provide the text you would like me to translate from German to English. I will only provide the translation, without any explanations.

Do you have a TPI number for me?

Thank you.
Okay, please provide the German text you would like me to translate into English. I will only provide the translation.

I'll ask about it for you, but I can't promise anything; it's been a couple of years already.

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Above all, the question of cost is always relevant.

Because if I have to pay for everything, I might as well just replace the toppings.
Then things should be quiet again.

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Because if I have to pay for everything, I might as well just replace the linings. Then things should be quiet again.

I would do it that way too -- and you have new linings .

Above all, I would replace the original equipment (OE) pads with a premium brand product.
The OE manufacturer primarily focuses on other components. It's not impossible that the standard brake pads are a (cheap) product sourced from another supplier.

Is TRW cheap?

dieselmartin wrote:

Is TRW cheap?

Unfortunately, it's not included in the price. It's a dealbreaker for me in my vehicle. I have no idea who manufactures these things. They used to be made by Lucas, I think.

Lucas Klötze habe ich ein paar Mal verbaut - NIE WIEDER!, wogegen Bremssättel von Lucas standfester als zB. ATE are/were.

Recently, my friend and I finally got rid of everything related to those brake pads. Since then, there's been no more rumbling or noise.

I just checked again:

Everything is still in its original condition, with the TRW logo and the VW part number visible from the outside through the large holes in the Monte Carlo spokes.

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Recently, my friend (who owns a 3C BMR) and I finally got rid of everything related to those brake pads. Since then, there has been no more rumbling or noise.

And what did you put inside?

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And what did you put in there?

My own brand, which I've been using for ages (P...d).

Advantages: Braking performance -> consistent from start to finish, no issues with vibrations, durable like original equipment (OE) and affordable.

Disadvantage: Brake discs are not yet available with a coating for all vehicle types. A little more dust on the rims - I personally haven't experienced this.

My front brakes are now due for replacement after 120,000 km and 7 years. They were still sufficient for the technical inspection (TÜV).