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Well it's been really really really dry here lately. Today's humidity is at only 4-5% with temperatures in the 80's and my skin is as dry as sand paper lolMy brakes have been squealing whenever I come to a stop but when I went to get it checked out the mechanic says I still have about 10,000 miles left on them. I'm just curious if it's the dry weather causing the squealing?

Hmm not sure about the answer to that. But brake noise like that is usually not because of a worn pad. More likely shims or the caliper slides need to be cleaned and regreased. Just be careful not to get the grease anywhere it doesn't belong if you do it yourself.

When I had them replaced the shop said they were shot, yet they never squealed. They would grind, but not squeal; even though they're supposed to :/If anything, I figured a lot of moisture would make them squeal. Oh, BTW, I'm REALLY jealous of your weather.

Squeal comes from vibration. Vibration is likely caused by a build up of brake dust and possibly corrosion.

Mine make noise from LACK OF DRIVING Especially if it is outdoors for a week or two (or more) and then I get to drive it. It sounds awful (surface rust from sitting) but it goes away after the fist few good stops

Quote, originally posted by tpollauf »Mine make noise from LACK OF DRIVING Especially if it is outdoors for a week or two (or more) and then I get to drive it. It sounds awful (surface rust from sitting) but it goes away after the fist few good stops After I wash my car the rotors will rust a bit and then when I drive it'll squeal and grind lolToday seems to be less dry and it's not squealing as much. Not sure if it has anything to do with it but I'll get the car checked out again if it continues lol