If you see sounds or feel vibration when you brake with your Toyota picnic, it could all come from several problems. Generally, there is not always to worry, nevertheless it is always important to pay attention to it and to repair this dysfunction. Sometimes a simple cleaning of the part in question can work. Through this dossier, we will see what to do to make a diagnostic depending on the noise, and after what will be the precautions to be taken.
Whistling noise on your Toyota Picnic front or rear brakes
When a noise from whistling happens in the Toyota Picnic, it's often linked to brake pads. This phenomenon is similar in the case where the noise comes from the rear or front brakes. Indeed, the lining of the brake pads are made of a rubbery component, which will allow it to stick perfectly to the disc. When the component wears out, the disc may come into contact with the pad. This is actually friction that produces that rustle you hear. Assuming that this is indeed this situation, it is recommended to replace the brake pads. However, it is also likely that gravel or something else has gotten inside the pads. In this case too, a hissing noise may be produced. It is therefore essential to do control by a professional in order to discern if it could be dangerous. If ever squeak that you think you can discern, you most likely just need to take a brake cleaner and spray it on the disc of this car.
Braking vibrations on your Toyota Picnic
The vibration when braking can be distinguished at several locations. In the brake pedal of course but also on the valance or towards checkout of your Toyota Picnic. In general, this kind of vibration turns out to be due to a veiled disc. You will be able to see it clearly by removing the wheel to be able to access the disc. Small warning, in the event that it is indeed the disc which happens to be veiled, it is very important to replace it without dragging, quite simply because it could deteriorate other parts of the steering.
Your Toyota Picnic squeaks except when you brake
It is then a contrary concern. When you press, the brake pads come to rest on the wheel, the shrill noise suddenly goes out. This concern probably comes from calipers. They happen to be really close to the wheel when you don't depress the brake pedal. It is therefore this touch that produces the noise. Sometimes it is enough to apply several abrupt strokes of the brakes so that the calipers recover automatically. If this is not the case, they will have to be replaced!
Loud noise when braking
Supposing that this Toyota Picnic makes a thud et metallic when you put the brake on there is a good chance it comes from brake pads. Naturally, the wear indicator is normally expected to work. However, it also happens at times that it does not activate. Therefore, do not wait and go to a professional. Own worn pads at this point turns out to be frankly dangerous. It seems imperative to replace them.
Conclusion
We went around the question a priori. Now that you have an overview of where this problème could come from, we nevertheless suggest that you go to a mechanic for a better diagnosis. Be careful !