scooby_si

Yep i realistically no the answer b4 even asking but just to check When reversing in2 garage there is a slight squeaking from the rear which i can only presum to be the pads getting a bit low
Is there liekly 2b any other possibility or am i guna have 2 bite bullit & prise my wallet open, any tips 4 rear pads on UK MY97? Just looking 4 standard uns as i will b selling in 6 months or so there4 no real need 4 massive additional stopping power
Si

N_Collins

Open your wallet mate

Neil

scooby_si

where can i get a crow bar 2 help with that lol
Si

Brun

I've had a couple of cars which like to squeek in reverse without a peep going forward and has never been low pads. As revers ain't used as much as forward, it could be just one of them things.
The only way for a conclusive answer is to get on your hands and knees.
A cheap set of rears can be had for £20 or there abouts from Halfords.

scooby_si

cheers boss, i did see they were pretty cheap so i'm not too nervous about any expense. I will have a word with chap who did my braided lines to see if he noticed how much life was left in rear pads etc & i got big service within a month so may just get it sorted then
Si

SiPie

Mine are new (1,000 miles) and squeak in reverse too

scooby_si

I put it down to wear thou as it hasn't dun it b4 (unless im unobservant) & so presumed it was pads as i no the calliper thingamies have like a metal bit that makes nasty noise when running low AFAIK.
Oh well watch this space i guess...............
So any of u fellow squeakers actually no wot is making noise then?
Si

P1JON

I had it on some brakes on a previous car - was told it was an audible brake warning noise that was made only in reverse-something like when brakes wear down they expose "something" which rubs in reverse direction. Similar idea to tyre wear indictor I guess, but without the noise!