Brake Issue?

[david]

Novice question, but figured someone would know...

I have a 03 Limited V8 4Runner...Currently has about 44k miles on it.

Since about 10-20k miles I have had squeaking sound from brakes. The sound only occurs when I gently apply pressure and goes away at full pressure on brake pedal.

I took it to shop at 30k mile service about 8 months ago and had them check for problems. Dealership said all is well and not to worry.

Well, here I am @ 44k miles and still have same problem.

Can anyone explain why squeaking happens with gentle pressure on brakes? Thanks much.

 

[Mark86]

Is it more noticable when you start it in the morning or after it is parked for a length of time? If so, it can be due to rust on the rotors, which is normal. I hear a squeak only when I press lightly on the pedal until the rust burns off.

 

[david]

I actually notice after I have been driving for 10-15 minutes or so, rather than just after starting in morning. I was thinking rust as well, however since it still squeaks after a full day of driving, I thought not.

 

[RickyCRX]

I wouldn't worry about it.

Mine do it every once in a while as well. As long as there's still life left in the pads, don't mess with it.

Next time you put new pads on it, put a little extra of the anti-squeel compound on the backs of the pads. That's about all you can do.

Ricky