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BenK
Jun 09, 2021Explorer
Disc brake pads have a metal gauge that will squeal when the friction material wears down to that point...also known as 'brake squealers'. They are to warn you to have the pads replaced (only in pairs for left & right) before the pad backing plate starts to hit the brake disc, which can be way more expensive in both parts and labor.
Or, something else...like a serpentine belt idler bearing going bad, but not likely on a 2018...unless you have tons of miles on it.
Also, think the mechanic you took it to is worthless if they can't ID a brake pad wear squealer.
Or, something else...like a serpentine belt idler bearing going bad, but not likely on a 2018...unless you have tons of miles on it.
Also, think the mechanic you took it to is worthless if they can't ID a brake pad wear squealer.
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