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Brake squeal
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Brake squeal
My new Z4 has a terrible brake squeal when I back out of the garage. The dealer as well as an independent garage tell me this is "normal", but it sure is annoying and embarrassing. One other new Z4 in our club has the same problem but two others do not. I have been told that replacing the brake pads with another type will not fix the problem. Any ideas????
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Brake squeal
I also have a brake squeal but only when braking slowly, before coming to a stop. Otherwise it's nice and quiet when coming to a stop after braking from a higher speed. My dealer has told me that it is normal for M Performance brakes, and certainly this issue is also covered on other G29 forums, but no real fix unfortunately.Bluesmobile wrote: ↑Mon Nov 04, 2019 3:06 pm My new Z4 has a terrible brake squeal when I back out of the garage. The dealer as well as an independent garage tell me this is "normal", but it sure is annoying and embarrassing. One other new Z4 in our club has the same problem but two others do not. I have been told that replacing the brake pads with another type will not fix the problem. Any ideas????
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Brake squeal
I have the same issue on my 335d with Msport brakes (which I assume are basically the same?)
Just the rears squeal a little bit when I back up.
Even if I've done a 100 mile journey.
But not always; seems to be a random thing.
Just the rears squeal a little bit when I back up.
Even if I've done a 100 mile journey.
But not always; seems to be a random thing.
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Ha! You know, the OP waded straight in with a question so effectively that I didn't notice it was a first post.
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When you know bugger all technical like me. It's easier to spot the simple stuff.
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Brake squeal
What mileage has it done? It might be that they aren’t fully bedded in yet
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Mine has covered just over 900 milesSilverzedtom wrote: ↑Mon Nov 04, 2019 10:44 pm What mileage has it done? It might be that they aren’t fully bedded in yet
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Brake squeal
Never had this problem with my G29, and I back out of the garage every time I use it.
Non MSport brakes.
Welcome to the forum!
Non MSport brakes.
Welcome to the forum!
Sapphire Black G29 2.0 MSport with Technology pack
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Brake squeal
This issue appears to only relate to zeds with M Sport brakes, very annoying
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Brake squeal
I don't have this problem on my E85, welcome to the forum too
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Beige M sport seats, wood dash
Toyota MR2 NA 1995
Triumph GT6 1972 (project)
Land Rover Discovery 1994 TDI (Tow car)
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Brake squeal
I get more of a groan starting from cold when manoeuvring first thing but disappears once on the road.
However, do other owner find the brakes very sensitive.The lightest touch is needed to brake smoothly.
I have just bought the car with 4k miles on the clock, perhaps I need some high speed braking to 'bed' the brakes in?
Ron
sDrive 2.0i sport 2019
However, do other owner find the brakes very sensitive.The lightest touch is needed to brake smoothly.
I have just bought the car with 4k miles on the clock, perhaps I need some high speed braking to 'bed' the brakes in?
Ron
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I found the brakes rather sensitive at first but now it seems OK, maybe they bedded in or maybe I adjusted my braking to suit the car.
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Brake squeal
I have about 2200 miles on it. Brakes are non-sport. It does go away after driving a short distance.