brakes squeak

LI E90 · 02-05-2008, 12:05 PM

5400 miles brakes squeaking, anyone else have this issue? Want to know if it was a common issue before I call for a service appointment.

nub340 · 02-05-2008, 12:23 PM

Normal in a BMW if you drive really mellow all the time. I took mine in for same reason and they told me that they're just going to take it out to a parking lot and slam on the brakes in reverse a couple times to break up the glaze, and then charge me for it, so I might as well just do it myself. So it did and it worked like a charm. Every once in a while they start to sqeak again, so I'll just repeat the process once or twice when the opportunity arises and it goes away.

BK · 02-05-2008, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by nub340

Normal in a BMW if you drive really mellow all the time. I took mine in for same reason and they told me that they're just going to take it out to a parking lot and slam on the brakes in reverse a couple times to break up the glaze, and then charge me for it, so I might as well just do it myself. So it did and it worked like a charm. Every once in a while they start to sqeak again, so I'll just repeat the process once or twice when the opportunity arises and it goes away.

LOL. I'll have to try that. I'll tie down everything inside first.

Dmitriy@AUTOcouture · 02-05-2008, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by LI E90

5400 miles brakes squeaking, any else have this issue? Want to know if it was an issue before I call for a service appointment.

I'm taking mine in to Hassel for that exact reason, this Thursday. My breaks squeak only when I DON'T press on them; when I do press on them they stop squeaking

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This is the second time I'm bringing it in. The first time I brought it in they shaved down the pads and it went away for exactly one day and came back worse than before

Good luck!

-Dmitriy

nub340 · 02-05-2008, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by shpuntik

I'm taking mine in to Hassel for that exact reason, this Thursday. My breaks squeak only when I DON'T press on them; when I do press on them they stop squeaking

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This is the second time I'm bringing it in. The first time I brought it in they shaved down the pads and it went away for exactly one day and came back worse than before

Good luck!

-Dmitriy

Yes this is what mine were doing.

keysopendoors · 02-05-2008, 12:49 PM

mine have a minor squeak only when im applying light pressure to the brakes. i might have to hit up an empty parking lot tonight and try what the above poster suggested...even if it doesnt work it sounds like fun, haha

scooby9 · 02-05-2008, 01:09 PM

Haha, that's the first I've ever heard of this... I'll take the car out to the 1/4 mile in reverse and do the brake slam...

nub340 · 02-05-2008, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by scooby9

Haha, that's the first I've ever heard of this... I'll take the car out to the 1/4 mile in reverse and do the brake slam...

LOL! Yeah would be a little extreme but whatever's clever...

Actually one of the times I did this I decided I might as well try a couple reverse 180's

LOT'S of fun once you get it down!! After doing a few, I realized that HAS to be the reason why BMW puts reverse up next to 1st - as you whip the front end around and tap the brakes, it's extremely easy to pop it into neutral and then into a forward gear (compared to standard manual setup).

OC Guy · 02-05-2008, 02:37 PM

Yes, it's an issue that some people experience. BMW shouldn't charge you for it though, it falls under maintenance/warranty.

LI E90 · 02-05-2008, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by OC 335i

Yes, it's an issue that some people experience. BMW shouldn't charge you for it though, it falls under maintenance/warranty.

Of course it falls under the warranty car has 5k in 9 months, I was more concerned if this was a common issue that other have experienced.

OC Guy · 02-05-2008, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by LI E90

Of course it falls under the warranty car has 5k in 9 months, I was more concerned if this was a common issue that other have experienced.

Another post said he would be charged for it.

scooby9 · 02-06-2008, 01:05 AM

Wow! Amazing... I went to an empty parkade and gunned it in reverse a few times and slammed the brakes. My fiancee almost had a heart attack during the process. Absolutely no squeaks at all now. My brakes are now dead silent at low speeds! I drove through the parkade with the windows down to confirm. Thanks for the amazing tip!!!

LI E90 · 02-06-2008, 09:40 AM

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Originally Posted by OC 335i

Another post said he would be charged for it.

oh wow, can't imagine why a car under warranty would be charged to check brakes......

Autobot · 02-07-2008, 11:09 PM

I am soooo going to have to try that reverse thing. My 06 has had this squeaking for some time now and the shop has done nothing but say that there is nothing wrong after I made them adjust the sensors since I thought that was it at first then the pads. I hope this works

Ferg · 02-08-2008, 04:42 AM

Ok, I tried it this morning and still seem to have a squeak although not as loud now. I guess I'll try again in the morning and see if it improves.

Supramano · 02-08-2008, 09:15 AM

I have the same problem and i have 5300 miles on my 08....the brakes squeak sometimes when come to a slow stop, but the most annoying part is when your in slow traffic and it squeaks without having your foot on the brake. All you hear is tweet...tweet.....tweet........tweeet...ahhh anoying. I went to the dealer and they cleaned the brakes up and they said these brakes collect alot of dust and squeak sometimes. It stopped squeaking for about 2 hours then it started again. Im so glad i ordered a rotora 8 piston brake kit for the front and 4 piston for the rear...hopefully this will remedy it. lata

S4to335 · 02-08-2008, 09:29 AM

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I have the same problem and i have 5300 miles on my 08....the brakes squeak sometimes when come to a slow stop, but the most annoying part is when your in slow traffic and it squeaks without having your foot on the brake. All you hear is tweet...tweet.....tweet........tweeet...ahhh anoying. I went to the dealer and they cleaned the brakes up and they said these brakes collect alot of dust and squeak sometimes. It stopped squeaking for about 2 hours then it started again. Im so glad i ordered a rotora 8 piston brake kit for the front and 4 piston for the rear...hopefully this will remedy it. lata

Changing to a BBK will not necessarily remove the possibility of brake squeak. It has to do with your brake pad material being deposited on your rotor face. This can happen with a Rotora BBK too.

You guys crack me up...you oughta try putting race pads on your car and driving on the street....now THOSE make a lot of noise..but they stop on a dime. I personally dont give a rats ass about brake squeaking noises.

To the rest of you..yes...you can "bed in" your brake pads again...by going in reverse and slamming on the brakes a few times. You could also do this by going 80-5 mph four or five times. This is how I break in new brake pads anyway.

Good luck to all.

jrsbeamer335 · 02-12-2008, 07:52 PM

wow i guess these brakes really do suck well i mean they squeek for many of us!! good thing i read this thread i was planning to go into the dealer for a check up but now......

i cant wait to try the reverse thing!! cant wait sounds like fun!! haha
tonight!! hehe [=

hopefully it works cuz my squeek is getting really loud!! haha

and its emberassing pulling up to a red light and hearing the loud ass squeek from a brand new bmw and not a peice of crap haha

sportek1 · 02-12-2008, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Supramano

It stopped squeaking for about 2 hours then it started again. Im so glad i ordered a rotora 8 piston brake kit for the front and 4 piston for the rear...hopefully this will remedy it. lata

Just what some others said ... it is likely caused by your brake pads (glazing, or uneven wear), and/or pads deposits left on your rotors.

Changing your OE calipers/rotors for Rotora BBK will not solve the problem.

Get other brake pads (organic pads e.g. Axxis DeluxePlus).

BMWLove86 · 06-15-2011, 02:34 AM

I just paid $750 dollars to have my front rotors and pad at all for wheels changed due to squeaking. My ca squeaks worse than before now. SMH

g_rant · 06-15-2011, 02:51 AM

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Originally Posted by BMWLove86

I just paid $750 dollars to have my front rotors and pad at all for wheels changed due to squeaking. My ca squeaks worse than before now. SMH

you just revived a 3 year old thread...congrats

penfold2105 · 05-27-2021, 11:23 PM

Talking about glazing and squeeks here's a little video I did replacing the pads.

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scooby9 Major 69 Rep 1,120 Posts Drives: 2007 E90 BMW 335xi Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada iTrader: (6)	Wow! Amazing... I went to an empty parkade and gunned it in reverse a few times and slammed the brakes. My fiancee almost had a heart attack during the process. Absolutely no squeaks at all now. My brakes are now dead silent at low speeds! I drove through the parkade with the windows down to confirm. Thanks for the amazing tip!!! __________________ *2007 BMW 335xi 6MT TiAg*
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Supramano Lieutenant 39 Rep 509 Posts Drives: 1995 BMW M3, 2008 335xi Sedan Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Long Island, NY iTrader: (1)	I have the same problem and i have 5300 miles on my 08....the brakes squeak sometimes when come to a slow stop, but the most annoying part is when your in slow traffic and it squeaks without having your foot on the brake. All you hear is tweet...tweet.....tweet........tweeet...ahhh anoying. I went to the dealer and they cleaned the brakes up and they said these brakes collect alot of dust and squeak sometimes. It stopped squeaking for about 2 hours then it started again. Im so glad i ordered a rotora 8 piston brake kit for the front and 4 piston for the rear...hopefully this will remedy it. lata __________________ Manny : 2008 335xi sedan : SG, Terra, Alum, 6mt, SPP, PP, 162s Mods; Procede V4 \| Remus Quads \| UR catless dps \| H&R coilovers \| Modified CDV \| Injen Intake \| Spearco IC \| Forge DVs \| Defi Boost Gauge w/controller \| Vorsteiner CF Hood + Front Lip \| OEM M-tech Body kit \| Hamann eyelids \| Predator Ice Angels \| 19" Volk Progressive Me's \| Rotora BBK \| 18" Rota Torques w/Blizzaks
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jrsbeamer335 Captain 40 Rep 756 Posts Drives: below 1,500rpm Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: vegas iTrader: (5)	wow i guess these brakes really do suck well i mean they squeek for many of us!! good thing i read this thread i was planning to go into the dealer for a check up but now...... i cant wait to try the reverse thing!! cant wait sounds like fun!! haha tonight!! hehe [= hopefully it works cuz my squeek is getting really loud!! haha and its emberassing pulling up to a red light and hearing the loud ass squeek from a brand new bmw and not a peice of crap haha
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penfold2105 Banned 200 Rep 180 Posts Drives: BMW 430d M Performance Join Date: Feb 2021 Location: london UK iTrader: (0)	Talking about glazing and squeeks here's a little video I did replacing the pads.
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