Club Nissan : Brakes http://www.clubnissan.co.uk/forum/ Copyright (c) 2006-2013 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Sun, 05 Apr 2026 19:13:46 +0000 Fri, 24 Jul 2020 16:33:42 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 11.07 30 www.clubnissan.co.uk/forum/RSS_topic_feed.asp?FID=4 <![CDATA[Club Nissan]]> http://www.clubnissan.co.uk/forum/forum_images/clublogo.gif http://www.clubnissan.co.uk/forum/ <![CDATA[Brakes : Brake Problem Symptoms]]> http://www.clubnissan.co.uk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=93&PID=115&title=brake-problem-symptoms#115 Author: Jenny--Wren
Subject: Brake Problem Symptoms
Posted: 24 Jul 2020 at 4:33pm

When your car starts creating abnormal sounds, feelings or smells, start investigating the issue sooner rather than letting the condition worsen. Waiting will only lead to more expensive parts wearing out and requiring replacement. For example, rotors start to warp and become damaged when completely worn brake pads and shoes exceed their lifespan, shortening the life of healthy parts due to the metal on metal grinding that occurs.
What sounds, noises, and sensations indicate I need brake repairs?
Pay attention. Sounds, smells and sensations signal brake problems:

Screeching, grinding, squealing, rubbing, and other eardrum-piercing noises are common indicators that your brake pads & shoes require inspection. This should be addressed before worn pads cause damage to other parts, which could result in more expensive repairs.
Vibration and pulsation in the pedal or your steering wheel. If this is a familiar feeling, your brake system is telling you something. Wait any longer, and your rdiscs might get warped from the metal on metal rubbing, potentially costing you a lot more in repair. Stop in as soon as possible if you are experiencing this unpleasant problem.
Pressing down farther to complete braking functions. This symptom is not as prevalent as it used to be, but if you are pressing down farther than usual on your brake pedal to stop your car, requiring more pressure and time to perform the same stopping function, you have entered the first stage and sign of brake pad wear. Do not play around with your brake pedal, you can only press so far before you are in a frightening, I have no brakes predicament.
That pungent burning smell near your tyres are your pads screaming help! If you are detecting noxious odours emitting from your wheels, stop what you are doing and please call or visit your local garage. Unfamiliar and pungent smells, such as those you are experiencing, are not normal and could have dangerous consequences if you continue to drive under these unsafe conditions. Your best solution is a brake inspection service to see what part of your braking system has been compromised while driving with this smelly symptom.
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Edited by Jenny--Wren - 24 Jul 2020 at 4:42pm]]> Fri, 24 Jul 2020 16:33:42 +0000 http://www.clubnissan.co.uk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=93&PID=115&title=brake-problem-symptoms#115 <![CDATA[Brakes : brakes]]> http://www.clubnissan.co.uk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=54&PID=75&title=brakes#75 Author: dave javu
Subject: brakes
Posted: 08 Jun 2019 at 1:23pm

Hi people, im Dave from Leicester UK, i have recently bought a Nissan Primastar DCI100 SE on a 2004 plate, love the style of the van and thought id give one a go, ive done a lot of work on the van so far, new ERG valve, pressure boost sensor, bosch glow plugs, MAF sensor, oil change, air, oil and fuel filters, then i had seats fitted from a mazda RX8, one of them spins around as a captains seat and added a remap chip for an extra 20bhp. then started on the brake problems, all 4 corners were heating up with brake drag, changed discs, pads, calipers and hoses on all four corners but guess what? the brakes still drag and still heat up, im now thinking master cylinder?? got one on order but thought id come here for some expert assistance; is there anything i should know that could cause brake drag on all 4 corners other than the master cylinder, and of course we have bled the brake several times...should brakes run hot anyway? the van will roll on a gently incline when stopping so they are not dragging in a way that stops the van but the rear brakes got so hot after a 12 mile drive i could feel the steel wheels giving off heat like a radiator in winter...so much so it has slightly tempered the rear discs :( running out of ideas, please feel free to advise..]]> Sat, 08 Jun 2019 13:23:28 +0000 http://www.clubnissan.co.uk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=54&PID=75&title=brakes#75 <![CDATA[Brakes : Brake upgrade for E11 Note]]> http://www.clubnissan.co.uk/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=44&PID=63&title=brake-upgrade-for-e11-note#63 Author: Charley88
Subject: Brake upgrade for E11 Note
Posted: 02 Dec 2018 at 3:38am

Hi, anyone, why has no one posted in this section?? 

I wanted to ask about brake upgrades for my car, but it looks like I won't be getting any answers soon.
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