I have a Mazda BT50 2012 model and lately have found that the brakes make a squeaking noise, but only if I am in reverse. Has anyone experienced this and have any ideas how to fix.
Thanks Harry
blaze said
07:15 PM Feb 4, 2019
worn pads or brake dust
cheers
blaze
Baz421 said
09:40 PM Feb 4, 2019
Simply get under with hose and wash brakes with pressure nozzle.
Hetho said
09:41 PM Feb 4, 2019
Agree with "Guru", plus from my experience "off" the lot vehicles have "Harder Pads" fitted for longlife.
However; After having experienced what you have just described, and done a bit of research, I now pay a bit extra for softer pads.
But prior to fitting I had the rotors machined. The last change included new rotors, plus soft pads and my breaking efficiency has increased dramatically.
Cost a bit more but I have piece of mind.
No squeaking.
The last change, which included rotors and pads was outside warranty. Toyota warranty on pads/rotors is only 40000 Km`s, Or so I was told.
Most Auto Parts shops will be able to steer you in the right direction. I would suggest you enquire mid week though!
Regards.
Hetho.
Brownie2 said
07:22 AM Feb 5, 2019
The BT50 has drums on the rear. Id start there. Pull off the drums, have a look, and wash off the dust. Then adjust the brakes.
Baz421 said
11:45 AM Feb 5, 2019
Brownie2 wrote:
The BT50 has drums on the rear. Id start there. Pull off the drums, have a look, and wash off the dust. Then adjust the brakes.
Flush with water first may save some effort.
Brownie2 said
01:26 PM Feb 5, 2019
Just thought it would be good to take a look. I don't mess about when brakes are concerned.
Baz421 said
02:25 PM Feb 5, 2019
Brownie2 wrote:
Just thought it would be good to take a look. I don't mess about when brakes are concerned.
Yeh fair call
Aus-Kiwi said
02:40 PM Feb 5, 2019
Most brake pads have a spring clip that squeaks when 90% warn . Could be a stone caught in rotor or drum ?
Jaahn said
08:13 PM Feb 5, 2019
Brownie2 wrote:
The BT50 has drums on the rear. Id start there. Pull off the drums, have a look, and wash off the dust. Then adjust the brakes.
Hi
Yes. Really why are we discussing this with silly suggestion by people who do not know what is there. You should remove the drums and have a look. Most likely you will need to vacuum out the dust and dirt and cleanup the drum and shoes. Then check the condition of the shoes and the drum wear. If OK then cleanup the self adjusters and refit the lot. Then adjust the brakes by the recommended method which is probably to backup and stop several time to activate the self adjusters. Checking the handbrake is correctly adjusted as well.
Why use a forum to advise on important things like brakes. If you cannot do it safely yourself pay someone to do it.
Jaahn
Baz421 said
08:22 PM Feb 5, 2019
Jaahn wrote:
Brownie2 wrote:
The BT50 has drums on the rear. Id start there. Pull off the drums, have a look, and wash off the dust. Then adjust the brakes.
Hi
Yes. Really why are we discussing this with silly suggestion by people who do not know what is there. You should remove the drums and have a look. Most likely you will need to vacuum out the dust and dirt and cleanup the drum and shoes. Then check the condition of the shoes and the drum wear. If OK then cleanup the self adjusters and refit the lot. Then adjust the brakes by the recommended method which is probably to backup and stop several time to activate the self adjusters. Checking the handbrake is correctly adjusted as well.
Why use a forum to advise on important things like brakes. If you cannot do it safely yourself pay someone to do it.
Jaahn
So Jaahn,,, what is specifically wrong with first step of hosing dust from drums and discs. Simple check.
I'm fully qualified and have run major workshops including with bus fleet etc and worked as senior tech officer at Motor Vehicle registry so I have considerable experience.
If you go bush a lot this is the simplest check nd quite often is solution. IF it still squeals then check further.
Pretty simple stuff
PS Problem is only in reverse so ikely dust , but now guaranteed obviously
-- Edited by Baz421 on Tuesday 5th of February 2019 08:25:01 PM
Aus-Kiwi said
10:37 PM Feb 5, 2019
OP didnt say front or back .
swamp said
11:56 PM Feb 8, 2019
hi
rear drums
1/wash and blow dry linnings and drum then emery tape [scratch/ scuff linnings and drum surface ]
2/ properly adjust rear linnings
NB linnings can go hard from heat and consequently squeel as well
Front pads
1/ remove pads and emery tape disc and pad face
2/ if not already chamfer leading trailling edged
3/ apply anti squeel between pad and caliper
4/ lube slides
NB ensure pads are evenly worn
wind pistons back in , drag should be only mild and the same for all pistons . Use silicon fluid under piston boots .
Soft pads and discs are garbage . Bedix has always been a reliable pad . DBA disc donot wear as fast as the cheap chinese parts and even some genuine discs.
Hi
I have a Mazda BT50 2012 model and lately have found that the brakes make a squeaking noise, but only if I am in reverse. Has anyone experienced this and have any ideas how to fix.
Thanks Harry
cheers
blaze
Simply get under with hose and wash brakes with pressure nozzle.
Agree with "Guru", plus from my experience "off" the lot vehicles have "Harder Pads" fitted for longlife.
However; After having experienced what you have just described, and done a bit of research, I now pay a bit extra for softer pads.
But prior to fitting I had the rotors machined. The last change included new rotors, plus soft pads and my breaking efficiency has increased dramatically.
Cost a bit more but I have piece of mind.
No squeaking.
The last change, which included rotors and pads was outside warranty. Toyota warranty on pads/rotors is only 40000 Km`s, Or so I was told.
Most Auto Parts shops will be able to steer you in the right direction. I would suggest you enquire mid week though!
Regards.
Hetho.
Flush with water first may save some effort.
Just thought it would be good to take a look. I don't mess about when brakes are concerned.
Yeh fair call
Hi
Yes. Really why are we discussing this with silly suggestion by people who do not know what is there.
You should remove the drums and have a look. Most likely you will need to vacuum out the dust and dirt and cleanup the drum and shoes. Then check the condition of the shoes and the drum wear. If OK then cleanup the self adjusters and refit the lot. Then adjust the brakes by the recommended method which is probably to backup and stop several time to activate the self adjusters. Checking the handbrake is correctly adjusted as well.
Why use a forum to advise on important things like brakes. If you cannot do it safely yourself pay someone to do it.
Jaahn
So Jaahn,,, what is specifically wrong with first step of hosing dust from drums and discs. Simple check.
I'm fully qualified and have run major workshops including with bus fleet etc and worked as senior tech officer at Motor Vehicle registry so I have considerable experience.
If you go bush a lot this is the simplest check nd quite often is solution. IF it still squeals then check further.
Pretty simple stuff
PS Problem is only in reverse so ikely dust , but now guaranteed obviously
-- Edited by Baz421 on Tuesday 5th of February 2019 08:25:01 PM
rear drums
1/wash and blow dry linnings and drum then emery tape [scratch/ scuff linnings and drum surface ]
2/ properly adjust rear linnings
NB linnings can go hard from heat and consequently squeel as well
Front pads
1/ remove pads and emery tape disc and pad face
2/ if not already chamfer leading trailling edged
3/ apply anti squeel between pad and caliper
4/ lube slides
NB ensure pads are evenly worn
wind pistons back in , drag should be only mild and the same for all pistons . Use silicon fluid under piston boots .
Soft pads and discs are garbage . Bedix has always been a reliable pad . DBA disc donot wear as fast as the cheap chinese parts and even some genuine discs.