Why are my brakes noisy?

Question

I recently had my brake pads replaced all around on my 03 T&C. They are still squealing sometimes when I use them and even when I am not hitting them. After I let up on them they continue to squeal for a few seconds. Could something have been put back together wrong. They stop fine but they just make noise.

Answer 1

When brake pads are replaced they sometimes have to adjust to the rotors especially if the rotors have not been turned.  This is true even if the rotors have been turned, but if the noise continues for more than a few days, I'd take them back to the place where you got them and have them check the pads to be sure they are correctly sized and placed.  Brake pads are actually free floating, so they can 'vibrate' a bit when they come in contact with the rotor.  This, along with the irregular shape of the two items (pads & rotors) can cause the noise you hear.  If the brake pad is the wrong size, then the noise may not abate with use.  

If this is so, sometimes there are pads which can be affixed to the back of the pads which reduce or eliminate noise of this nature.  Ask the dealer about how much this would cost to add to your brakes.  (It can also be done by the end user if you know what you're doing.)

Answer 2

Possibly just dirty. Or you didn't replace the rotors too and sometimes it takes awhile to get the pads to seat correctly to the rotors. Most likely, it is brake dust. Especially if you got the cheaper pads.

Answer 3

B/c the rotors are warped or it needs new pads

Answer 4

It may be that you don't have enough grease on the pads or it could be your brake discs.

Answer 5

sounds like the calipers or you got hard pads.

Answer 6

there is a grease that is applied behind the disc-pads when installed its possible it was omitted and thats why you are getting the squealing sound.