2000 Chevy Malibu Strange Break Noise

2000 CHEVROLET MALIBU
96,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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BORICUA3205
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Whenever I step on the brakes I get a noise that sounds similar to rusted springs in the front driver side. The weird thing is that this happens even when I am at a stop and car is in Parking. I have had a few mechanics look at it and they can't figure it out. Other than the noise I have not had any problems... But it is driving me crazy... any ideas???
Aug 25, 2008 at 12:36 PM
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RHALL77
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there is a lube that your local dealer has to install on the brake caliper piston boot. this is common and i know how you feel. the nosie bothered me 2. call them they can help you out
Aug 25, 2008 at 7:09 PM
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BORICUA3205
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Is this something I can do myself?
Aug 26, 2008 at 5:16 PM
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RHALL77
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yes you can purchase the lube and do it yourself, or buy new calipers
Aug 26, 2008 at 6:56 PM
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BORICUA3205
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Thanks, I actually found an article that describes this issue to a T including the name of the lubricant and a diagram on how to do it... Actually my brother has the same exact problem with a Grand Am. I think I'm going to go with this versus the caliper. It should only take me a few minutes and is much cheaper!!

Thx!!!
Aug 27, 2008 at 7:57 AM