After I start up the engine and let it warm up for 3-4 minutes, the first 4-7 times I apply the brakes it makes some sort of scratching, grinding noise.. but only the first few times. After a little while it goes away.
Anybody know what that means? Do I need more brake fluid or something? How can I tell?

 

pads, rotors: aftermarket or stock? If you are using semi-metallic pads, a little scraping noise when cold is often normal. Also, could it have anything to do with where you park? Specifically, is there any sand in the wind that might settle on your rotors and may take a few grabs to wipe completely off?

HTH, Rainmaker.

 

No, no sand or anything like that..
The car is a 96 Integra se. I have no idea if the pads/rotors are stock. Any easy way to tell?


[Modified by Newbie In A Teg, 11:27 PM 1/25/2002]