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• Brake pads - Xsara 25 Oct 2005 (Forum)
  Just had my Xsara MOT'd and an advisory was that the front brake pads were wearing thin. I trust the garage and it makes sense, as they haven't been changed for at least two years. The garage recommended I have them done within the next 2000 miles - I suggested waiting until they start screeching but mechanic said that means they're knackering the disc. 1) Is this true?
• Mondeo - braking problem 31 Jan 2005 (Forum)
  I've got a 2001 MK3 Mondeo 1.8 Zetec that has recently scared me silly! 3 times now, when I've pressed the brake pedal, it hits the floor before the ABS kicks in and I finally start to slow down. Every other time it is fine. 2 of the times were within 200 yards of my home, but the third one was about 10 minuted into my daily commute.
• Rear brakes sticking on X Reg Corsa 30 Nov 2004 (Forum)
  If I park my car and leave it for any more than a few hours, the rear brakes seem to lock on. As a result when I get in and attempt to move the car it wont budge and takes a great deal of popping it into first & reverse gear and putting my foot down to get it to move again - yes I do release the handbrake first.
• 'Crunching' brakes 19 May 2003 (Forum)
  Normally my brakes seem fine but on occasion and when going slowly (approaching junctions etc) I can feel and hear a 'crunching' coming from the front wheels. In addition to this when driving along I can hear a 'rubbing' sound which slows down and speeds up with the speed of the car.
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  Am I being ripped off over my brake disc replacement? 22 Apr 2016 (Ask HJ)
  In April 2015 I purchased a Nissan Qashqai with 12,000 miles on the clock, from an authorised Nissan dealer. When I booked the car in for its first service...
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  Why does the Audi A3 DSG/s-Tronic gearbox cause problems in slow-moving traffic? 5 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have had problems with my 2010 Audi A3. This model has a footrest on the right hand side of the driver's well and, after just missing a wall driving...
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  My new Hyundai i10 has some sort of rear brake fault - is this the known ABS brake switch defect? 22 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I took delivery of a new Hyundai i10 in Feb 2010. Within 15 minutes of collecting the car and driving it away, I heard a squeak or squeal from the rear...
• Any AFAIK (Yamaha RZR in this case) - New Trick for Brake Piston Removal 26 Apr 2024 (Forum)
  New to me anyway. Usually I just use the brake pedal, not available in this case. Plug the banjo bolt with the end of a chopstick and PTFE tape. Fill the caliper with 75% ethanol and seal with above plugged bolt Drop caliper in a pan of boiling water.
• BMW X5 (2016) - Mileage indicator for brake pads (front) replaceme 15 Feb 2023 (Forum)
  Hello, just wondering if you can clarify on the following.  My X5 (2016) had had 3100 miles until front brake pads replacement indicated on the dashboard for quite some time. Brought it for a regular servicing at BMW where front brake pads were confirmed to be at 7 mm.  Immediately after I collected my car the same day, the reading changed to 1200 miles till replacement (ie minus almost 2K).
• Does your car have adaptive cruise/brake assist? 23 Jun 2022 (Forum)
    So as this may turn out to be a common event, it may be worth forum members (with adaptive cruise/brake assist) giving extra consideration to where they park. If in a car park for instance, parking with the nose as close as possible to a wall.
• Hyundai i30 - Servicing costs 2 Jul 2021 (Forum)
  Had my 2019 Hyundai i30 serviced today by main dealer- 2nd year 'major' service. Included a 'clutch/brake'  fluid' change. For previous cars I've owned, I've always been asked if iI wanted a brake fluid change and, if I declined, the price quoted  over the phone, was suddenly reduced from £39.99 to £19.99.
• Seat Ibiza - Rear Brake Discs Faulty? 13 Jul 2020 (Forum)
  Hi there, hoping someone can help! New 20 plate SEAT Ibiza done about 800miles. I’ve noticed both rear brake discs have some gouges in and find it odd for the age of the car and barely driving over any stoney paths that a stone/dirt could hit both rear brakes but both front discs are immaculate. I haven’t heard any noises during my time in the car.
• Honda Jazz - Extra noise when brake or drove pass bumper 6 Feb 2020 (Forum)
  1) What is the root cause of the problem? Is it due to the nearside rear tyre brake? Or Is it due to absorber at the rear side? Do I need to bring my car to garage for immediate attention? 2) If I need to bring my car to garage, how do I describe my problem to them? Is there a specific term to describe the problem?
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  Is my local garage saving me money or cutting corners? 24 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My Hyundai i30 diesel is now out of warranty. The independent garage who will service it tells me that it is not necessary to change coolant and brake...
• BMW 320d - Seized brake calliper 13 Mar 2014 (Forum)
  The n/s front brake calliper recently seized. The first and only symptoms were juddering at 60-70 when I immediately slowed down to a smooth 30-40. I drove about 10 miles home like this and a further slow 10 miles a few days later to a garage for repair.
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  Why is my Polo making a creaking noise? 19 Jan 2014 (Ask HJ)
  My Volkswagen Polo has been making loud creaking noises from the suspension when braking or going over bumps or unsmooth acceleration. Is this a critical...
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  What do you think of 'Alloygator' wheel protectors? 14 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am having new alloy wheels fitted to my SEAT Ibiza Cupra and came across ‘Alloygators’ fitted for protection. Have you heard of these? If so I would...
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  Audi A6 vibration problem 22 Mar 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am on my second set of brakes in 12 months but my Audi A6 is still vibrating heavily at speed and under breaking. I've had the wheels re-balanced to...
• Ford Focus II (2004 - 2007) - 06 1.6 Removing rear brake drums 29 Jun 2009 (Forum)
  I would appreciate some help on the tools required to remove the rear brake drums on the Focus II. On previously owned Fords I've removed the 4 hex head bolts holding the spindle carrier to the rear suspension and then removed the spindle assembly complete with brake drum.
• Safety features that aren't! 12 Feb 2009 (Forum)
  A lot of motorists think its just gives beter braking at all times!