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Question: Is it normal for brakes to squeal after having front brake pads installed?

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fitzy, 2.2L 4 Cylinder, Evergreen Park, IL, September 13, 2011, 09:31
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A week ago I had front brake pads installed. Now, after driving 1 or 2 miles, there is a squealing sound when I apply the brake. Is this normal? For how long?

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    Angelo2975 September 13, 2011, 10:22
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    Did you have the rotors resurfaced? Proper pad wear is dependent upon a perfect or close to perfect mating surface on the rotor. Also did you apply a dab of ani-squeal to the back of the pads? Another scenario could be that you have some particles logged between the pads and the rotor

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    fitzy, September 13, 2011, 11:01
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    I'll ask the mechanic who did the work. Thanks.

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    randybgky September 15, 2011, 08:59
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    Also ask if they used cheap semi-metallic pads or the better ceramic pads. Semi-metallic pads can build up lots of metal dust quickly especially when new. Also, this situation is amplified on a rotor that had become "glossy". For $20 each I always prefer to change the rotors as well.

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