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113 messages,  Last post on Mar 06, 2013 at 10:45 PM

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#103 of 113 Re: 04,05 Forester Brakes Squeal [ateixeira] by ziggy15

May 01, 2008 (2:28 pm)

Replying to: ateixeira (May 01, 2008 12:54 pm)
The problem of screeching brakes occured almost right away with the cars, maybe after 10,000 miles. I took it to the brake chain place, and they replaced the pads, cleaned and lubricated the other components.They also took care of the glaze. However, the screeching continued. they told me there was a manufacturing defect and that replacing the pads won't take care of the problem.

#104 of 113 Re: 04,05 Forester Brakes Squeal [ziggy15] by paisan

May 01, 2008 (4:52 pm)

Replying to: ziggy15 (May 01, 2008 2:28 pm)
There has been no reported "defects" in the brakes. I'd find a different brake place and get Pads, Rotors and a Flush of the brakes before doing anything.
 
-mike

#105 of 113 Brake pad tools? by sethjw

Jul 03, 2008 (3:01 pm)

I have a 05' forester XT. 26K miles. Recent brake inpection revealed brakes at 15 to 20 percent left.
I have some experience with brakes but all on older vehicles.
Will I need any special drives or tools to change the pads on this car?

#106 of 113 Re: Brake pad tools? [sethjw] by paisan

Jul 06, 2008 (12:37 pm)

Replying to: sethjw (Jul 03, 2008 3:01 pm)
14mm wrench and a C-Clamp and about 1-2hrs of free time and you can swap the pads easily.
 
-mike

#107 of 113 Use of non-SUBARU breaks by 2subarufam

Aug 29, 2008 (5:02 pm)

My inspection was just about overdue so I took my 2006 Forester to Monro. They called me at work at said I needed new rear breaks (about 43,000 miles). I felt a little in a bind because I wanted to use subaru parts, but the guy convinced me the replacement parts they had were compatible. The cost was ~$190 for rear brakes.I know the manual specifies subaru breaks. Should I be concerned that I did not get subaru breaks?

#108 of 113 Re: Use of non-SUBARU breaks [2subarufam] by ateixeira

Aug 29, 2008 (5:44 pm)

Replying to: 2subarufam (Aug 29, 2008 5:02 pm)
Just use a brand you trust. The Magnussen-Moss Warranty act says that as long as the parts meet the OE specifications there is no effect on the warranty for the caliper and braking system.

#109 of 113 Re: Use of non-SUBARU breaks [ateixeira] by paisan

Aug 29, 2008 (8:11 pm)

Replying to: ateixeira (Aug 29, 2008 5:44 pm)
Never use Subaru parts for brake replacements. There are lots of better or cheaper parts out there.
 
I'm sure the ones that monroe used will be acceptable, especially for the rears.
 
-mike
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#110 of 113 Re: Use of non-SUBARU breaks [paisan] by phil2000

Jan 06, 2010 (9:59 am)

Replying to: paisan (Aug 29, 2008 8:11 pm)
I buy my pads from Pep Boys and they last me a couple of years and 30K + miles.

#111 of 113 New brake pad noise by elkmik1

Mar 04, 2013 (12:43 am)

I just put new brake pads on the rear of my 07 Forester. I did not do anything to the rotors. When the brakes have warmed up they make a low squealing noise when the brakes are initially applied or when "feathered" Is this part of the normal break in? If not does anybody have an idea of what I may have done wrong?

#112 of 113 Re: New brake pad noise [elkmik1] by xwesx

Mar 04, 2013 (11:16 am)

Replying to: elkmik1 (Mar 04, 2013 12:43 am)
did you add an anti-squeal compound to the backs of the pads where they contact the pistons? If not, that may be what's causing your noise.

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