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Old Sep 2, 2007 | 04:27 PM
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I get a clicking sound when breaking .

When I apply the breaks I get a clicking sound .Not always but it`s happens more and more now .Just one loud click.Any ideas ?
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Old Sep 2, 2007 | 05:17 PM
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Adjust your rear drums, I bet your parking brake is not very tight.
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Old Sep 2, 2007 | 05:31 PM
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Adjust your rear drums, I bet your parking brake is not very tight.
The sound seems to come from the front.
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Old Sep 2, 2007 | 06:39 PM
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Sounds Like You Might Need New Pads And Or Rotors..
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Old Sep 2, 2007 | 07:35 PM
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Originally Posted by pfbmgd
When I apply the breaks I get a clicking sound .Not always but it`s happens more and more now .Just one loud click.Any ideas ?
A single click noise after you change directions (forwards/reverse) when parking isn't a problem. It's usually caused by pads that don't sit super tight in the caliper. When you change directions, the pads shift slightly (like 1/32" or something) and make the click noise.

Not a big deal. Certainly not a safety issue.
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Old Sep 24, 2007 | 05:21 AM
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I have been getting this noise more and more .It happens now after I apply the brakes .
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 01:41 PM
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Happening to me too, definitely from the front. I had the brakes/rotors replaced 2,000 mi. ago. I also recently had the parking brake cable and handle replaced, in case there is a connection.

Any thoughts greatly appreciated!
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 02:52 PM
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I didn't write the original post, the brakes/rotors replaced 2,000 mi. ago, I am a HS English teacher by training and would appreciate some help!

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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 03:06 PM
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A clicking or banging sound is normal when "breaking". A clicking sound when braking on the other hand...
Sorry.

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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 03:07 PM
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i have this also. had it for years now. it happens right when you engage the brakes at any speed.
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 03:10 PM
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Yep, clicks when I step on the brake pedal. The parking brake seems a bit tight, barely 12-13 clicks on it.
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 04:11 PM
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Originally Posted by CLin9383
i have this also. had it for years now. it happens right when you engage the brakes at any speed.
x2...
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 04:22 PM
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I'm sorry, I don't know what X2 means?
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 04:30 PM
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Originally Posted by tiredandwired
Yep, clicks when I step on the brake pedal. The parking brake seems a bit tight, barely 12-13 clicks on it.
12-13 clicks??? wow! your parking brake is too loose... it should be no more than 7 clicks..
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 04:31 PM
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x2= times 2 = mee too.

some clickin noise during breaking is normal, but to satisfy your concern, you should get under there make sure everything is tight. check bolts, tie rods, wheel bearings, lift the front end, and check for any excessive play.
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 06:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Mr_Martinez1982
x2= times 2 = mee too.

some clickin noise during breaking is normal, but to satisfy your concern, you should get under there make sure everything is tight. check bolts, tie rods, wheel bearings, lift the front end, and check for any excessive play.
I checked my breaks when I had the same noise they were fine ,
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Old Jul 20, 2008 | 03:56 AM
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Thanks!
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Old Jul 22, 2008 | 10:30 AM
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Add me to the list, my front brake pads always click when I back out of the garage in the morning. Only seems to happen in reverse when I first apply the brakes.
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Old Dec 10, 2009 | 08:05 PM
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Clicking

When i use my brakes under 20 miles an hour they or somethin in that area makes alot of clicking sounds and i was wondering if anyone could give advice on wut the problem may be
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Old Dec 10, 2009 | 08:46 PM
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Mine click and groan. It just started happening this year. I'm not too sure its coming from the calipers or brakes though.
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