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• Golf brake problem 18 Jul 2003 (Forum)
  Hello everyone - I've got a problem and I wonder if anyone can help me out with it. I have a 1994 VW Golf Mk3 1.4CL with a recurring noise from the brakes. The problem is not when I press the brake, more when I don't or (especially) when I go round right hand turns - there is a squeal from the offside front. Not only that, but on rough surfaces, there is a loud clunking noise from the same area.
• Xantia Estate : Brake Squealing 16 Nov 2001 (Forum)
  I have a 1.9TD Xantia Estate (1996/N) which has done 126K miles without any major problems. I recently had a major service done where the front brake pads where renewed and the rear brake discs and pads where renewed. Since then there seems to be a very loud squealing noise every time I press the brakes. This doesn't matter whether the pedal pressure is light or heavy the noise only increases.
• 2010 Kia Sorento - Brake repairs 22 Sep 2012 (Forum)
  My 2010 Kia Sorento petrol suddenly needs both front and left rear brake disks and pads replaced. Is this a common problem? What can I do to get a fair deal in repairing them? Glynn.
• Citroen Saxo (1997 - 2003) - 1997 1.1 brake lights failed 31 Aug 2008 (Forum)
  The brake lights have stopped working, I've checked the bulbs and the fuses and they're ok, is there a switch somewhere I can/should investigate? And suggestions welcome.
• Delphi Lockhead brake discs 14 Aug 2015 (Forum)
  These any good?
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  What does the 'check VSC' warning on my dash mean? 4 Nov 2025 (Ask HJ)
  My 61-reg Toyota Avensis petrol with 95,000 miles was bought used from Toyota at 15,000 miles and scrupulously maintained. Recently the dash has shown...
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  Does MG's seven year warranty cover brake calipers? 18 Dec 2024 (Ask HJ)
  Our six year old MG ZS developed a noise from one of the rear wheels. A faulty brake caliper was found to be the problem. The failure has resulted in subsequent...
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  How can I prevent brake disc corrosion? 20 Sep 2022 (Ask HJ)
  A perennial problem I have had with cars I have owned in the last decade or so is with the corrosion of the rear brakes. My current car, Mini One has just...
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  Is my driving style to blame for damaged brake pads and discs? 27 Apr 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Since retiring, I use my car a lot less. When I went to have my two year old Toyota Yaris serviced at the main dealer, I was told the brake pads had rusted...
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  Brake System replacement 21 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
  We have had the i10 from new. Serviced by main dealer for first three years and this year by a reputable local garage. The Master cylinder has failed,...
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  Why don't drivers of vehicles with stop-start use their handbrakes to save fuel? 7 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My Fiesta with EcoBoost 100 averaged 48.5mpg on one long journey, while the on-board computer shows 37.4mpg overall, mostly on short local trips along...
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  Is it possible for Skoda Citigo brake discs to warp in 11,000 miles? 28 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My daughter’s 2012 Skoda Citigo recently developed steering wheel judder when braking. She took it to a Skoda dealer who charged her £189 to replace pads...
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  Is the electric parking brake fault on my Passat common? 20 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2008 Volkswagen Passat. The electric parking brake started to play up almost immediately after the three year warranty expired. It works intermittently....
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  Why doesn't Vauxhall's service plan include brake fluid? 6 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I wonder why a pre-paid Vauxhall Servicing Plan would exclude brake fluid? I've spoken to Vauxhall "Customer Care" whose attitude was that it is a matter...
• Jaguar XK - Repeated brake light bulb failure 4 Jan 2020 (Forum)
  Can anyone shed any light on why my brake light bulbs keep failing? I've replaced the left one twice and the right one three times in the last 9 months.
• Brake fluid change 12 Mar 2016 (Forum)
  What is the current view on brake fluid changes? Most handbooks seem to specify every 2 years.  Could this be safely extended to 3 years? In the distant past, I never changed the fluid, except when topping-up after work on the hydraulic system.
• Honda Stream 2.0 V-Tec petrol 2002 - Brake caliper carrier/bracket 7 Dec 2015 (Forum)
  Trying to get hold of Rear Both Sides Brake Caliper Carrier/Bracket. Searched net but no luck, any ideas. Thanks
• Volkswagen Polo 51 Reg - Rear Brake Disc 7 Nov 2010 (Forum)
  I,m about to change the rear brake discs on a 51 Reg 1.6 L Polo. Does the hub nut have to be removed, or does the disc alone come off the same as the front ?
• Brake caliper position 30 Jun 2009 (Forum)
  Most makers seem to put front calipers ahead of the axle, but some place them behind: there must be a difference in the direction of the forces acting on the caliper (and thus suspension) when brakes are applied, does this have significant effects or is position purely a matter of convenience for servicing?
• Nissan Altima - 03 1.5 Brake Caliper Lubricant 2 May 2008 (Forum)
  Hi Could anyone recommend a lubricant to use on a suspected sticky brake caliper? Was advised copper grease but subsequently put off it by someone else, so can anyone help? Thanks flatcap