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3 posts in Car Diagnostics blog about "pads" — OBD-II diagnostics, DTC codes, repair. ← All posts
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Grinding when braking: how far past the pads you already are
A squeal is a warning. A grind is the sound of metal on metal, which means the warning stage is over and the bill has already grown.
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Brake pads: organic, ceramic, or semi-metallic
Different friction materials balance stopping, dust, and noise differently. The types, and why more expensive is not always better.
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Vibration under braking: why discs do not actually warp
Discs almost never distort from heat. The real cause of judder, the role of uneven pad deposits, and why skimming does not always help.