hey ppl,
since i got my car, at slow speeds or when i brake i have been hearing a faint grinding noise, kindof like when ur brakes go bad.. and a little squeaking when im driving real slow.. i went to the dealership and got my disks and pads changed for new ones cuz the car is new.. and after a week the noise is back again.. exactly the same. i think it might be the wheel bearings, what do u guys think?
btw i read this thing abt the s2ks' brakes abt crystalizing or something like breaking in the brake pads.. u guys think that has to do with the noise?
thanx in advance and appreciate any help.

p.s. sorry for posting this twice.

 

What year is the car?

 

2006, oh and btw when i press in the brake pedal i feel grinding at my feet..
hope that helps..

 

I thought it might be a wheel bearing. Jack it up and see if their is any side to side play in the wheel. Also, make sure the brake rotor shield isn't rubbing- that happened to me before. Good luck

 

does the grinding go away when you brake? try applying the e-brake while moving slowly to eliminate the rear brakes only.

 

thanks for the feedback.. i'll try to apply the e brake first thing tommorow morning.
i did jack it up and theres nothing wrong with the sheilds theyre clean.
if i feel it at my foot doesnt that mean its the brake pads?
oh and the grinding gets a bit louder when i brake.

 

Jack up the rear and start the car. The wheels should move even though it is in neutral. If not, something is obstructing it.

 

Could be your brakes are wearing into the rotor, happens all the time.

How new is the car and when did you get it?

Could take a week or 2 depending on how much you drive

 

the car is new and i replaced the brake pads and disks (rotors)
still there..

 

And it will be until the pad gets worked in a bit. When you first get brakes you need to take it easy for a while