73 How do I prevent my brakes from squealing?
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This article is from the VW Technical FAQ, by with numerous contributions by Jan Vandenbrande others.
73 How do I prevent my brakes from squealing?
A: Chances are that you have the original semi-metallic VW brakes pads, which
are notorious for this.
First line of defense is to get that "anti-brake-squeal goo" (comes in a
tube or a spray can) and apply it to the BACKS of all your pads. That stuff
is essentially liquid high temp rubber that will dampen vibrations.
[From Jens]:
Two official methods. If your car has old style brakes (A1), simply apply
some copper grease to the back side of the pads. For the new calipers
as in A2, this method is forbidden by VW (do not know why). But VW sells
stickers you can apply to the back side of the pads, although it may be
necessary to drive a few hundred miles before applying them in order
to make the pads smaller. A new pad with a sticker on its back side is
normally to thick to fit into the caliper.
[From Jan]: The stickers he is referring to is the same as the anti
squeal "goo" you can buy, just in a different form.
The second line of defense is to change to a different brake pad brand.
See the Repco_MetalMasters file on this subject.
(In short, do not get Repco MM's unless you want to race, their Semi-
Metallics are closer to stock in brake feel, while someone else recommends
Wagner pads.)
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