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Reverse break squeak

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Zredwards, Apr 22, 2017.

  1. Apr 22, 2017 at 1:06 PM
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    Zredwards

    Zredwards [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Just went to have my breaks worked on cause I have a really bad squeak only when I'm in reverse from the breaks. Had them look at it and said my breaks look fine and there was nothing wrong with them. Just couldn't figure out why the squeak. It's a 2011 2wd with a 3 inch lift. Anybody else had this issue at all? How do you fix it?
     
  2. Apr 22, 2017 at 7:41 PM
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    Timbuktu

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    It is what it is!
    My 2012 does it every morning , first reverse of the day, then nothing, works great after first backup. Oh, only had it 6mos., 2nd owner, 24,xxx miles, . I'm gonna live with it till it needs new brakes I guess. Also, my retired neighbors love it every weekday morning about 0530 as I am leaving for work, lol.
     
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  3. Apr 22, 2017 at 7:55 PM
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    Justified

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    Mine does it too the first reverse of the morning. It's a quirk.
     
  4. Apr 22, 2017 at 8:26 PM
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    NW_Taco

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    I have a 2013 dcsb and it does it every morning.
     
  5. Apr 22, 2017 at 9:13 PM
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    Geno's 2007 Tacoma

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    I have a 2007 Tacoma. Squeaks every time I reverse as well. Went to the shop for my routine oil change and tire rotation... they assure me that my Rear brakes are fine and don't need repair... just have to put up with the noise... the worst part is my own embarrassment.
     
  6. Apr 22, 2017 at 9:16 PM
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    TexasWhiteIce

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    This is an enhancement on our trucks. It ensures you are alert when you are backing up so you're not on your phone or something.
     
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  7. Apr 23, 2017 at 3:20 AM
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    moondeath

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    You could try lubing all the contact points. Not talking about the pads. All metal contact points should have high temp grease to prevent squeaks and squeals. Usually new brake pad sets come with little lube packets, but it's barely enough to do the job.
     
  8. Apr 23, 2017 at 4:11 AM
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    Clearwater Bill

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    Lubrication in the right place will fix the problem.

    There are several points, front and rear, that benefit from cleaning and lubing at least once a year. More often if you live in salt country or run deep mud a lot.

    It's simple, cheap and easy, but will take a little bit of time. Mostly because of getting each corner up and down and the wheel off/on.

    If you do your own tire rotations, that's a good time to do it.
     
  9. Apr 23, 2017 at 8:13 PM
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    Jimmyh

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    Breaks ...

    LOL
     
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  10. Apr 23, 2017 at 8:18 PM
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    Bishop84

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    It is normal for early morning reverse noise. Overnight the rotors cool down and absorb moisture, which rusts and causes the noise, especially on reverse.

    If it happens all the time in reverse it could be a rotor "rifling" problem or a drum "rifling" problem. Poor pad material (non-oem) is another culprit.

    Either way I don't ever worry too much about reverse noise, especially when it's inconsistent.
     
  11. Aug 22, 2017 at 8:48 AM
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    tacowhisperer

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    life hack: just park in reverse.
     
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  12. Aug 22, 2017 at 9:08 AM
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    photonashville

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    Yep my brakes squeak in reverse every damn morning.
     
  13. Aug 22, 2017 at 9:13 AM
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    Tex-Tac

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    Installed Overhead Compass and Temperature Display along with outside temperature sensor and wiring; LED lights reverse backup; LED license plate lights; Added GTA Bluetooth Audio kit to stock radio for iphone audio; Spare tire steel braided air hose extension connection to rear bumper; Installed new headlights along with new bulbs PIAA H4 XTreme and for fog lights PIAA H10 XTreme bulbs. Installed new hood with "hood-scoop". Installed Predator Side Steps. Replaced front chrome grill with customized color matched (Desert Sand Mica) grill with added TOYOTA lettering (also in matched color), installed and secured tailgate anti-theft devices. Also installed a new external TPMS monitor for all 4 tires.
    If it's bothering you that much why not try either one of these products? :notsure:
    Use some on both front and rear brakes.
    brakes anti squeal.jpg brake anti squeal II.jpgbrake cleaner.jpg
     

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