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Honda Accord Brake Questions

198 messages, Last post on Dec 02, 2009 at 4:18 AM

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#124 of 198 Re: 97' brake question [kiawah] by thegraduate Jul 30, 2008 (6:27 am)
Replying to: kiawah (Jul 30, 2008 3:20 am) I agree with you... the worst thing they can say is "no." Replies to this message: tomadian (Jul 30, 2008 2:41 pm) thegraduate (Jul 30, 2008 3:19 pm)
#125 of 198 Re: 97' brake question [thegraduate] by tomadian Jul 30, 2008 (2:41 pm)
Replying to: thegraduate (Jul 30, 2008 6:27 am) Thanks for the responses everyone. I talked to my salesman today and he basically said that it is still safe and that they can only put so much $ into repairs and still be competitive. I guess I understand that point. They did offer to work with me on the repair bill but I think I'll shop around anyhow. The pads were OK and, no, they don't test drive the cars thoroughly enough to detect rotor problems. They did seem somewhat apprehensive about detailing the 110-point inspection schedule. I'd think that would be a great service to promote and advertise openly?? Hopefully, the rotors will just need turned. What kind of bill should I expect on average?? Replies to this message: thegraduate (Jul 30, 2008 3:19 pm)
#126 of 198 Re: 97' brake question [tomadian] by thegraduate Jul 30, 2008 (3:19 pm)
Replying to: tomadian (Jul 30, 2008 2:41 pm) The fact that they are willing to help on the bill is worth something; congrats for getting SOMEWHERE with them. I honestly do not remember what turning the rotors cost me, but I know it wasn't out-of-this world.
#127 of 198 by kiawah Aug 01, 2008 (10:24 am)
Personally, I'd just replace the rotors with new ones. Less labor, better rotors. Don't know the typical labor rate for cutting rotors in your area, compared to buying new, but they may only be a couple bucks more. You cut the rotors, and they are thinner,. Assuming they can get them smooth and straight again, they will now warp in the future easier under heavy braking conditions. You also don't know at all what was done to them in the past.
#128 of 198 Eliminating Brake Squeal -and- Aftermarket Experience by f0rl0rn Jan 15, 2009 (10:43 am)
07 I4 Manual, 56K My right rear brake started to squeal. It is intermittent and not consistent. It happens while driving without pressing the brakes and sometimes becomes more pronounced when applying the brakes after squeal begins. A few posts back I saw recommendations to inspect the dust shield for bends or debris stuck in them. I will be doing this soon. Any other recommendations. Also, has anyone had a personal experience with any aftermarket (non O.E.M.) rotors and pads? I am fine investing in a higher quality product if one is out there. I am not unhappy with the factory brakes just curious if better brakes are out there which are reasonable. Thanks guys, look forward to hearing everyone's advice/opinions. PS ~ If I do not get much response in the next few days I will be re-posting this in the General Maintenance forum as well. Replies to this message: elroy5 (Jan 15, 2009 4:15 pm) f0rl0rn (Jan 16, 2009 5:37 pm)
#129 of 198 Re: Eliminating Brake Squeal -and- Aftermarket Experience [f0rl0rn] by elroy5 Jan 15, 2009 (4:15 pm)
Replying to: f0rl0rn (Jan 15, 2009 10:43 am) When you buy brake pads, they should come with a gray anti-squeal paste. This is to be applied between the pad backing, and the shims. If the shims have rust on them, they should be replaced, but you would have to order them separately. Tirerack.com has reviews for aftermarket pads and rotors. You might want to check that out. Replies to this message: f0rl0rn (Jan 16, 2009 5:37 pm)
#130 of 198 Re: Eliminating Brake Squeal -and- Aftermarket Experience [elroy5] by f0rl0rn Jan 16, 2009 (5:37 pm)
Replying to: elroy5 (Jan 15, 2009 4:15 pm) Thanks elroy, I have looked at Tire.Rack for a number of different things. I just wanted some personal, anecdotal experiences from anyone who had success. I am sure TireRack makes money off of the parts they sell so they would obviously speak well of them. Any way, thanks for the advice.
#131 of 198 2008 Accord Brakes are a Know Problem! by thomas_1 Jul 07, 2009 (11:32 am)
See http://www.carcomplaints.com/Honda/Accord/2008/brakes/premature_brake_wear.shtml- Replies to this message: wise1 (Jul 19, 2009 8:07 pm) kallberg (Jul 20, 2009 4:35 pm) elroy5 (Jul 20, 2009 4:46 pm) and 6 more... tallman1 (Jul 20, 2009 8:34 pm) and 1 more... hondot99 (Jul 26, 2009 8:01 pm)
#132 of 198 Re: 2008 Accord Brakes are a Know Problem! [thomas_1] by wise1 Jul 19, 2009 (8:07 pm)
Replying to: thomas_1 (Jul 07, 2009 11:32 am) Brakes on Honda's has been a problem for several years. My 07 Se just gave me a big scare when it started making very loud sounds like metal to metal contact. After it was inspected at the dealer they said they were fine!!! Well something had to cause them to make that horrible sound???? They said my pads were at 70% on the front and 80% on the rear. Something had to be sticking for that loud sound to occur, yet they didn't come up with an explanation. I'll be keeping a close eye on them. The car only has 21K miles on it. Replies to this message: kallberg (Jul 20, 2009 4:35 pm) elroy5 (Jul 20, 2009 4:46 pm) kallberg (Jul 21, 2009 2:22 pm) and 5 more... tallman1 (Jul 20, 2009 8:34 pm) kallberg (Jul 21, 2009 2:19 pm) hondot99 (Jul 26, 2009 8:01 pm)
#133 of 198 Re: 2008 Accord Brakes are a Know Problem! [wise1] by kallberg Jul 20, 2009 (4:35 pm)
Replying to: wise1 (Jul 19, 2009 8:07 pm) Just last week had to replace the rear brakes on my 07 SE at 11,800 miles! My complaints to the dealer about Honda's poor workmanship fell on deaf ears. I hope others have had better experiences with this automaker than I have - I'm bailing out to another car asap. Replies to this message: elroy5 (Jul 20, 2009 4:46 pm) kallberg (Jul 21, 2009 2:22 pm) elroy5 (Jul 21, 2009 3:58 pm) bbartlett (Aug 26, 2009 4:08 am) and 3 more... tallman1 (Jul 20, 2009 8:34 pm) kallberg (Jul 21, 2009 2:19 pm)

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