# \#brakes **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/brakes/186.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [Buick lacross cxl 2011 - abs module is dead?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-lacross-cxl-2011-abs-module-is-dead/193090)
**Author:** [@noamzechria\_187039](https://community.cartalk.com/u/noamzechria_187039)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2026, 5:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-lacross-cxl-2011-abs-module-is-dead/193090 "2026-05-04T17:16:16Z")
Hello everyone, About 6 months ago, my dad drove through a large mud puddle (not his brightest moment) and ever since then, the abs light has been turned on. while diagnosing the problem, about 50% of the time the pc cl… --- ## [Brakes: strut replacement leads to soft pedal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-strut-replacement-leads-to-soft-pedal/201244)
**Author:** [@PaddyOFurniture](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaddyOFurniture)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2025, 1:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-strut-replacement-leads-to-soft-pedal/201244 "2025-08-04T01:22:59Z")
I had front and rear struts and upper mounts replaced on my 1988 Chevrolet Nova. The mechanic said I should have work done on my brakes: replace the front rotors and pads and the leaking rear cylinders. When I picked up… --- ## [How Hard is it to Learn How to Change Brake Pads](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-hard-is-it-to-learn-how-to-change-brake-pads/201063)
**Author:** [@Katmoth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Katmoth)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2025, 10:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-hard-is-it-to-learn-how-to-change-brake-pads/201063 "2025-07-17T22:56:23Z")
I’ve heard it’s not too hard to change brake pads. I change my own oil and filter. I’ve replaced an alternator. But that’s all the experience I have. How hard would it be for me to change my brake pads? Whats the best… --- ## [1993 Ford Mustang - Brake issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-ford-mustang-brake-issues/200922)
**Author:** [@Merlin\_s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Merlin_s)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2025, 8:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-ford-mustang-brake-issues/200922 "2025-07-08T20:02:25Z")
Breaks pedal goes all the way to the floor ? --- ## [New Wilwood Disc Brakes Won't Release](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-wilwood-disc-brakes-wont-release/200758)
**Author:** [@shaundoyle09\_193966](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shaundoyle09_193966)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2025, 3:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-wilwood-disc-brakes-wont-release/200758 "2025-06-30T15:31:11Z")
Installed new 4 piston calipers on rear, 6 piston calipers on front, with complete new brake line to a new master cylinder and SS flex lines to the calipers. I did this about 8 years ago, but it has not been driven much… --- ## [C0041 Front Right Speed Sensor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/c0041-front-right-speed-sensor/200708)
**Author:** [@bobl61](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bobl61)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2025, 2:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/c0041-front-right-speed-sensor/200708 "2025-06-22T14:32:19Z")
ABS light came on and scanner read C0041 front right speed sensor. I replaced both front speed sensors and the light went out, then came back on again. Now I’m getting C0041 and C0036 (front right and front left speed se… --- ## [New brake caliper not releasing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-brake-caliper-not-releasing/165431)
**Author:** [@OsageOrange](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OsageOrange)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2025, 3:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-brake-caliper-not-releasing/165431 "2025-03-23T15:05:54Z")
Hello folks! I am having problems with my 2012 ford escape limited’s brakes. I believe the passenger side caliper is locking up; it makes a noise on the highway and drifts to the left when braking hard. Also the passeng… --- ## [Clunking noise with every tire rotation while braking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clunking-noise-with-every-tire-rotation-while-braking/197670)
**Author:** [@Justizzane\_191634](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Justizzane_191634)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2025, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clunking-noise-with-every-tire-rotation-while-braking/197670 "2025-03-19T23:23:31Z")
Lately I’ve been hearing this “clunk” when braking, only notice from around 25 mph and below, not when braking from 70 or anything, I drive a 2017 Honda Accord i’ve taken my car to two mechanics and multiple friends all… --- ## [2010 GMC Terrain - ABS issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-gmc-terrain-abs-issues/199178)
**Author:** [@Daniel\_MichelleFaerber](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Daniel_MichelleFaerber)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2025, 7:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-gmc-terrain-abs-issues/199178 "2025-02-19T19:38:40Z")
Does anyone else have problem with the ABS on the front of their 2010 GMC terrain on the right side replaced the pigtail and the sensor and it’s still coming up that it’s not working on the left side I just noticed it’s … --- ## [2022 Nissan Pathfinder - Fast brake wear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-nissan-pathfinder-fast-brake-wear/199167)
**Author:** [@RIZZ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RIZZ)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2025, 2:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-nissan-pathfinder-fast-brake-wear/199167 "2025-02-17T14:30:15Z")
But the 22 Pathfinder 3 years ago and we’re up to 18,000 mi on it and the rear brakes were squealing when you were going in reverse. Needless to say got him repaired $540 later New rotors new pads mechanic said he’s neve… --- ## [2015 Ford Festiva - Brake light out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-festiva-brake-light-out/199022)
**Author:** [@smoothies](https://community.cartalk.com/u/smoothies)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2025, 2:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-ford-festiva-brake-light-out/199022 "2025-02-07T02:31:33Z")
please help i cant get none of my brake lights to work thank you --- ## [2007 Toyota Sienna - Should I buy my own parts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-sienna-should-i-buy-my-own-parts/198880)
**Author:** [@rnjha1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rnjha1)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2025, 12:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-toyota-sienna-should-i-buy-my-own-parts/198880 "2025-02-03T12:35:07Z")
I want to get brakes and rotors on my car replaced. I would prefer buying the parts myself and then having a mechanic replace them. --- ## [2011 Honda CR-V - Brake issue](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-cr-v-brake-issue/198797)
**Author:** [@Tannspatzierath](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tannspatzierath)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2025, 7:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-honda-cr-v-brake-issue/198797 "2025-01-24T07:30:55Z")
Went to break and pedal went to floor but no breaks couldn’t stop --- ## [2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class - Fair price question on brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-mercedes-benz-slk-class-fair-price-question-on-brakes/198512)
**Author:** [@mistyfool](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mistyfool)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2024, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-mercedes-benz-slk-class-fair-price-question-on-brakes/198512 "2024-12-27T20:55:53Z")
what is a fair price for a brake hose replacement that’s cracked. --- ## [2021 Mitsubishi Mirage - Brake pad question for my fellow owners](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-mitsubishi-mirage-brake-pad-question-for-my-fellow-owners/198262)
**Author:** [@Veeta](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Veeta)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 5:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-mitsubishi-mirage-brake-pad-question-for-my-fellow-owners/198262 "2024-12-05T17:25:05Z")
Have you had any problems with brake pads wearing too fast? Have you had any problems with your interior light? --- ## [Brakes aren’t working and acceleration is really strong](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-aren-t-working-and-acceleration-is-really-strong/198110)
**Author:** [@elena.clay08\_191985](https://community.cartalk.com/u/elena.clay08_191985)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2024, 4:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-aren-t-working-and-acceleration-is-really-strong/198110 "2024-11-22T16:50:57Z")
my car is a 2003 mazda tribute, it’s been for the most part reliable but there is always something going on with it. This morning i started the car and it took a couple of try’s to turn on, and when i took it out of park… --- ## [Help identify wiring and relay 2006 2.0 cruiser](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-identify-wiring-and-relay-2006-2-0-cruiser/198023)
**Author:** [@undeadexil3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/undeadexil3)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2024, 3:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-identify-wiring-and-relay-2006-2-0-cruiser/198023 "2024-11-14T15:31:02Z")
I’m looking to identify these wires from the 2 replays and also a wiring (i know one is ground but to where?) from by the brakes. Thanks! i can only post one pic ig cuz I’m new. I’ll try to post more or just email me ! s… --- ## [2011 Mazda Mazda3 - Brake-related rattle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-mazda-mazda3-brake-related-rattle/197541)
**Author:** [@Gerard16](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gerard16)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2024, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-mazda-mazda3-brake-related-rattle/197541 "2024-10-08T21:17:47Z")
My car makes a strange rattling noise, possibly coming from the rear brakes, when I accelerate or coast. The sound goes away when I initiate the brakes. This started after I got a break job, pads, and rotors, and I took … --- ## [2015 Hyundai Santa Fe - Handbrake stuck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-santa-fe-handbrake-stuck/196385)
**Author:** [@PhilAshley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PhilAshley)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2024, 11:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-hyundai-santa-fe-handbrake-stuck/196385 "2024-09-24T23:32:31Z")
The EBS handbrake stuck on just would not release recovery to my local garage, now the shock, fault codes showing electric brake failure, how much to repair, 4k yes 4 thousand pounds the car has travelled 72k been servic… --- ## [2004 camry grind/tick hitting brake going slow turning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-camry-grind-tick-hitting-brake-going-slow-turning/196331)
**Author:** [@rogerranger210\_191335](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rogerranger210_191335)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2024, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-camry-grind-tick-hitting-brake-going-slow-turning/196331 "2024-09-19T20:31:45Z")
Pads and rotors are good. I just took the wheel off and re lubed where I should behind the pads, where the tabs of the pads sit the clips, and the two slide pins in the rubber boots slide freely and re-lubed. I’ve replac… --- ## [2021 Lexus LS 460 - Air in brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-lexus-ls-460-air-in-brakes/196134)
**Author:** [@James-Johnson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/James-Johnson)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2024, 12:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2021-lexus-ls-460-air-in-brakes/196134 "2024-09-09T00:01:55Z")
Ray, can air in brake lines cause inconsistent (work sometimes and not work other times) braking problems? I drive a 2021 Lexus LS500 and twice the emergency collision brake system had to stop the car because pressing th… --- ## [Brake vacuum pump leak question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-vacuum-pump-leak-question/195755)
**Author:** [@dgillen777](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dgillen777)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2024, 1:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brake-vacuum-pump-leak-question/195755 "2024-08-18T13:20:19Z")
I had my 2012 VW Golf 2.5L serviced today and the inspection report mentions some seepage at the brake vacuum pump that they referred to as “level 1” and said I could just monitor it for now. To fix they said would invo… --- ## [Need temporary to perament fix for leaking break line in 1994 motorhome](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-temporary-to-perament-fix-for-leaking-break-line-in-1994-motorhome/195558)
**Author:** [@sim8t3\_170340](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sim8t3_170340)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2024, 4:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-temporary-to-perament-fix-for-leaking-break-line-in-1994-motorhome/195558 "2024-08-05T16:49:43Z")
The motorhome is a 1994 gas powered Winnebago Adventurer. It’s urrently our temporary home and at any given moment we will have to move it, especially in case of a mishap or emergency as we are not too far from a naval… --- ## [Advice for front end brake pads](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-for-front-end-brake-pads/195450)
**Author:** [@Wingo22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wingo22)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2024, 6:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-for-front-end-brake-pads/195450 "2024-08-02T06:13:45Z")
Hi all, Below is a picture our mechanic sent for my front brake pads. They need to be replaced and we are getting them done next week. I know very little about the topic and am just trying to educate myself for future … --- ## [Problem with the brakes?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-the-brakes/194900)
**Author:** [@J162\_165342](https://community.cartalk.com/u/J162_165342)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2024, 8:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-with-the-brakes/194900 "2024-05-15T08:39:40Z")
2013 Mustang GT V8. I have a strange problem with the brakes on the front passenger side. I had my car on the lift a few weeks ago to diagnose a scraping noise I heard while turning left at slow speeds that was coming f… --- ## [2008 Cadillac CTS - ABS module issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-cadillac-cts-abs-module-issues/194899)
**Author:** [@HenryMGoodman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HenryMGoodman)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2024, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-cadillac-cts-abs-module-issues/194899 "2024-05-14T20:46:04Z")
My 2008 cts Cadillac Is Experiencing ABS Sensor Problems I Was Lucky Enough to Get The Exact Part For My Vehicle And The Expert Working On It Is Having Problems Programming THE ABC Module Any Takers to Resolv… --- ## [2003 Toyota MR2 - Where is my emergency brake cable?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-mr2-where-is-my-emergency-brake-cable/194608)
**Author:** [@LenS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LenS)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2024, 11:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-toyota-mr2-where-is-my-emergency-brake-cable/194608 "2024-03-27T23:03:25Z")
Emergency brake cable location --- ## [2009 Honda CR-V - Mystery rattle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-cr-v-mystery-rattle/194577)
**Author:** [@BillK14](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillK14)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2024, 7:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-cr-v-mystery-rattle/194577 "2024-03-21T19:12:44Z")
There is a rattling noise from driversidefront at slow speeds over rough roads. I have changed strut assemblies, stabilizer bar bushings and links, checked caliper pins and two different front end shops but still unable … --- ## [2022 Ford Bronco - Brake issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-ford-bronco-brake-issues/194413)
**Author:** [@Jeddy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jeddy)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2024, 10:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2022-ford-bronco-brake-issues/194413 "2024-02-28T22:24:41Z")
Bronco Sport brake failure… has anyone else experienced brake issues with their Bronco Sport? I had a 2022 and when pulling into a parking space, the car lurched over the cement block. I checked to make sure I was brak… --- ## [2011 Chevrolet Colorado - ABS light concern](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-colorado-abs-light-concern/194215)
**Author:** [@Mary57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mary57)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2024, 4:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-chevrolet-colorado-abs-light-concern/194215 "2024-01-22T16:32:29Z")
Is it safe to drive with ABS light on [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/brakes/186.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=brakes)