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Old 10-14-2011, 04:37 PM
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Default Help needed diagnosing rotational noise...
Have a noise that seems to be rotational and directly correlates to the speed I am going. However, if I brake, the noise goes away. As soon as I release the brake pedal, the noise come back. Any ideas? Thanks in advance!
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Could be a broken steel belt in one of the tires or uneven tire wear.
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The noise is a squeaky high-pitched noise.
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Would the brake indicator make noise when the brakes are not being applied?
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Originally Posted by utjeeper
Would the brake indicator make noise when the brakes are not being applied?
Yes they can.

You might also check to see if you have anything between you rotor and the dust shield that is located directly behind it.
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Would the brake indicator make noise when the brakes are not being applied?
It may. should be easy to check your pads tomorrow.
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Thanks guys, I'll look at the brake pads tomorrow.
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Check for a bent dust shield while you are under there....
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