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Sedans Honda Accord Honda Accord Brake Questions
192 messages, Last post on Nov 18, 2009 at 9:14 AM
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Anybody with 2004 accord V6 brake problems? I know all about the 2003 accords and their inherent brake problems. How many 2004's out there are having similar problems? My 2004 V6 sedan needs all 4 rotors replaced  30,000 miles...
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As I posted over in the general Accord maintenance forum, I've had some strange brake noises on my '04 EX Sedan, 4 cyl. First problem was with the emergency brake lever. When engaged, it was so tight that I could not release it without beating on it with my fist. And, even when it was all the way down, the release button would remain depressed. The dealer was supposed to replace the lever, but I suspect all that they really did was adjust the tension. Secondly, as I previously reported, I have a very disconcerting grinding sound from my brakes after the car has been parked for a period of time. It doesn't seem to have anything to do with moisture or temperature. The first couple of brakings after the car starts result in a grinding sound and feel that is exactly like what worn out brakes feel/sound like. I do not mean squeeling or squeeking. I mean metal on metal grinding like when the pads are worn out and grinding into the rotors. After a few brakings, the sound goes away and all is normal. The dealer's shop foreman heard what I was talking about and simply said that all of the Accords make that sound because Honda uses cheap brake pads. The deal has "fixed" the e-brake lever problem but I wonder if the rear brakes had been dragging all along. What to do?
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Replying to: crankky (Apr 08, 2006 8:20 am) |
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Replying to: crankky (Apr 08, 2006 8:20 am) Do you even use the handbrake? I don't since it's an automatic. 2nd or 3rd opinions are always good... |
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Replying to: crankky (Apr 08, 2006 8:20 am)
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Replying to: ddny (Apr 08, 2006 2:10 pm)
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Replying to: ddny (Apr 08, 2006 2:10 pm) As far as the grinding noise goes, I've not been able to determine if the sound is coming from the front or rear. And, it doesn't seem to be as bad in warmer weather. Moisture has nothing to do with it, as I've heard the grinding noise in perfectly dry weather as well. I guess what bothers me is that the car didn't do this when it was new, else I wouldn't have bought it. And, in fact, in my 25 years of driving I've never heard any car make that particular brake noise unless the pads were completely worn out and were actually grinding into the rotors. That's why, with all due respect, I can't quite accept that this is a normal sound despite what a few posters, and the dealer, say.
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Replying to: crankky (Apr 10, 2006 4:22 am) Mrbill
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Replying to: mrbill1957 (Apr 10, 2006 2:39 pm) |
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Replying to: ddny (Apr 06, 2006 5:07 pm)
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