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20 messages, Last post on Sep 14, 2009 at 8:40 AM
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Hi, I have just 27.7K miles on my 2004 CRV, drive a mix of about 50/50 highway and city driving (and do not "ride" my brakes) but had to replace both the front and back brakes today. I inquired about the low milage and the dealer told me many CRVs are coming in with brake replacements at about 30K miles. I did it as they were over 90% worn but it seems wrong to me. Any thoughts? Thanks!
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Replying to: Andrea1215 (Jan 02, 2009 3:29 pm) Also, my tires got changed about 22K. |
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Purchased a used 2007 CRV with 24,200 miles. I'm getting vibration when I apply the brakes. The vibration appears to be coming from the front brakes as I notice the steering wheel vibrates at the same time. Going to have a Honda dealer look at it next week. Sounds like maybe the rotors need to be turned? In any case, are brakes covered under warranty or are there some instances where they would not be? Thanks.
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Replying to: ohhawk (Apr 15, 2009 1:56 pm) Going to have a Honda dealer look at it next week. Sounds like maybe the rotors need to be turned? In any case, are brakes covered under warranty or are there some instances where they would not be? Does the Warranty statement in the Owner's Manual say they are covered?
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Replying to: blueiedgod (Apr 17, 2009 11:56 am) Sounds like I'm subject to the dealer's mood for the day. No new car I've ever owned has needed brake work after 24,000 miles. When I called the service dept. of this dealer and set up appt. I mentioned the problem and asked if covered and they indicated it depended and they would have to look at the issue. They indicated brakes were often an area of gray when talking about brake issues. Thanks.
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Replying to: ohhawk (Apr 20, 2009 6:12 pm) |
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Replying to: ohhawk (Apr 20, 2009 6:12 pm) Yes, you are correct that haivng the rotors turned under warranty is up to the dealer and the corporate to figure out. They may or they may not cover it. I would suggest looking into the cause of rotors warpage: un-even torque applied to lug nuts. Most mechanics can't be bothered with using a torque wrench to set the lug nuts to 80 ft. lbs of torque in a criss cross pattern. This prevents the uneven pressure on the rotors, and protects against rotors warping on brake application, when they heat up. But, mechanics are often paid bonuses if they beat the "book rate" when performing a repair. So, they use impact guns to set 20 lug nuts in place in 20 seconds, rather than using proper tool and spend 2 minutes on them. Turning rotors will only solve the problem temporariliy. Once warped, even properly torqued rotors will evnetually warp again. But, if one is dillingent in making sure the mechanics are using torque wrenches, not torque sticks when installing wheels, one can have warp free brakes for years. I don't trust anyone, so, if I have any work done on the vehicle by anyone other than my self. I re-torque the lig nunts when I get home. 95% of the time they are on too tight and uneven. If you can prove that it was the dealership that torqued the lug nuts improperly, you can get them to pay for the new rotors. Good luck.
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Replying to: blueiedgod (Apr 21, 2009 8:48 am) As I'm getting familar with this "new" vehicle I'm noticing another brake problem. I believe it is coming from the rear as I get a low rumbling kind of noise when I apply the brakes......more noticeable when slowing at higher speeds vs. stop and go at slower speeds. The dealer said they did their 30 point inspection of the vehicle while I had it in for the front brake work and everything checked out. I didn't bring the rear brake noise issue up because I hadn't noticed it initially and was more focused on the more apparent problem coming from the front rotors. I had initially brought up the rear brake noise on the phone with a service technician but he made it sound like a non issue. Again I've never owned a car that inherently makes any noise when the brakes are applied unless something needs attention. Any ideas? Thanks again.
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Replying to: ohhawk (Apr 26, 2009 11:16 am) I don't know if Gen 3 uses the same rear brake design. If it does, than the brakes should be services after each winter. The calipers have to slide off, and the pins lubricated with Molykote-77. Takes about 10 minutes in the driveway per wheel.
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Replying to: blueiedgod (Apr 27, 2009 8:56 am)  . But then, I haven't had any maintenance on the brakes yet, except the mandatory 3-year brake fluid replacement and a check. I was first curious when you mentioned it and thought of looking into it. Then, of course, let it slide. It's going to be 4 years since I got it new and 63K. Still on the original brake pads. I wish the interior held up that well... 
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