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what cause pulsation in brake when turning

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Old 12-10-13, 12:34 PM
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during summer or winter it doesn't matter what season when I make a U-turn mostly and step on the break slight I get a grinding pulsation in the break this only happen on left turn or left U turn only
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what happens if you brake hard in a straight line? what happens if you just turn, without stepping on the brakes?

Generally turn noise = worn out axle.




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during summer or winter it doesn't matter what season when I make a U-turn mostly and step on the break slight I get a grinding pulsation in the break this only happen on left turn or left U turn only
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Check CV joints, ball joints, lower control arms, strut mounts, etc...
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Also check the brake shield (shroud) in back of the brake assembly. Sometimes it's too close to the rotor and causes the noise you describe. If that's the case, than just bend it back with your hands.

This however does not cause pulsation, just a grinding or squeaking noise. So if indeed you are also experiencing pulsations, than that's not it.


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