If you listen to sounds or discern vibration when you brake with the Volvo 142, it can come from different problems. As a general rule, there is not necessarily to worry, however it is sometimes essential to pay attention to it and find a solution to this concern. Sometimes a little cleaning of the part concerned will sometimes suffice. Through this dossier, we’re going to find out how to diagnostic depending on the noise, and then what are the precautions to be taken.
Whistling noise on your Volvo 142 front or rear brakes
When a noise from whistling arrives with the Volvo 142, it is generally linked to brake pads. This manifestation is usually similar when the noise comes from the rear or front brakes. In fact, the lining of the brake pads are made of a rubber material, which will allow to adhere to the disc. When the material will wear out, the disc will sometimes come into contact with the pad. It is therefore this friction that generates that hiss that you hear. Assuming that it is this circumstance, it is advisable to replace the brake pads. However, it is also conceivable that gravel or something else has gotten into the pads. In this situation again, a hissing noise may be produced. It is also essential to do control by an auto repairer so as to check if it could be dangerous. If it happens to be at a squeak you have to do, you probably just need to take one brake cleaner and spray it on the disc of this automobile.
Braking vibrations on your Volvo 142
The vibration when braking will be able to stand out at different locations. In the brake pedal of course, and why not on the valance or in the checkout your Volvo 142. In most cases, this kind of vibration is linked to a veiled disc. You can see it firsthand by removing the wheel to gain access to the disc. Warning, in the event that it is indeed the disc that is veiled, it is extremely essential to replace it as soon as possible, quite simply because it will sometimes deteriorate other elements of the steering.
Your Volvo 142 squeaks except when you brake
It is therefore an inverse problem. When you depress the brake pedal, the brake pads will come into contact with the wheel, the shrill noise suddenly goes out. This problem most likely comes from calipers. They happen to be too close to the wheel when you are not braking. It is therefore this touch that generates the noise. Sometimes it will be enough to apply several sudden blows of brakes so that the calipers re-position automatically. In case this is not the case, they must be replaced!
Loud noise when braking
If ever this Volvo 142 produces a thud and metallic when you hit the brake there's a great deal of chance that it comes from your brake pads. If all goes well, the wear indicator is supposed to activate. But it also happens at times that it too is not activated. In this situation, do not procrastinate and go to an auto repairer. Own worn pads at this point is frankly dangerous. It remains imperative to replace them.
Conclusion
We have gone around the matter normally. Now that we have an idea of where the problème could come, we necessarily recommend that you go to a mechanic for a more in-depth diagnosis. Go, roll!