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Drum Dust Noise  

 

On many small (common with imports) economy cars that use rear drum brakes, dust build up can cause this loud whining braking noise in the rear.

 

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Brake Pad Indicator Tab Noise  

 

When brake pads get thin the indicator tabs will start to squeal as a signal it's time to replace your pads..

 

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Bad CV Joint Noise  

Bad CV Joints can be a regular maintenance issue with front-wheel drive cars. "Clicking on turns" is how the problem is often described. When a CV boot tears it releases the grease that keeps the joint healthy. Once the grease is gone the joint runs dry, metal on metal. If the joint is very loud or makes the noise even when driving straight the problem may be critical. Be safe! Don't wait on a check up when the noise begins!

 

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Tire Cupped Noise  

Cupped Tires will greatly increase noise while driving. The high and low spots on this tire can create a loud rhythmic road noise that increases in pitch an oscillation as the vehicle accelerates.

 

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