I have a completely random squeal coming from the left rear wheel area. For no apparent reason it will make a squealing noise and then stop. Doesnt matter if its hot or cold, wet or dry. When it is making the noise and the brakes are applied it will get louder. Any ideas would be appreciated.

 

brake pad wear indicator?

 

Would that make it squeal w/out applying the brakes though

 

it can happen...when was the last time they were replaced

 

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x2, either that or your rotors warped, in which case your propbly gonna get new pads anyway. take the wheel off and have a looksie.

 

yeah, what they said. haven't you ever heard those junk minivans, and station wagons, back in the day, driving all over town with one bad rotor? the faster they go, the faster it squeals? lol.

 

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U just answered your own question, congratulations.

 

lol new brakes

 

Definitely new pads, maybe rotors too. I replaced all four pads and rotors for $120. Good Luck

 

If it doesnt turn out to be the brakes, check your belts. Alternator belt most likely.

But the whole getting louder while breaking indicates something brake related.