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2003 Saturn Vue with 97+miles on it. Squeaky brakes; informed pads worn; Invested in new brake pads/rotors on front and clean/maintenance on rear drums. Squeak still there. Called shop: they said to give it 500 miles. I'm at about mile 200; squeak still there. Should I be concerned? Could there be something else that is a problem?

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Wheres soubd coming from...front or rear. Sound only when applying brakes?

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Aug 28, 2008

SOURCE: Squeaky Rear suspension

I had the same problem. I had the control arms repaced in the back when my car was still under warranty. See if a mechanic can take a look at it to be sure.

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Ronnie Wilson

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  • Posted on Jan 24, 2009

SOURCE: Saturn l200 Steering Wheel Squeaks

On the intermediate shaft. Steering shaft there is a rubber boot where it goes thru the firewall. This rubs, sometimes can be lubed with a silicone spray, sometimes needs the shaft replaced.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Aug 01, 2009

SOURCE: 2004 Saturn VUE AWD V6 has a harsh grinding sound in front wheels

Have you checked your wheel bearings? When these go out you can get a harsh grinding noise. This sounds like that is what it might be. Does it happen when you are going fast/slow turning/going straight? I know you said it's inconsistent but the more info the better. However, if I had to bet, based on what you have already said, it's your wheel bearings. Let me know if you have further questions. Thanks for using FixYa!

toneman2121

toneman2121

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  • Posted on Mar 25, 2010

SOURCE: replaced pads/resurfaced/anti squeak and STILL a squeak. Why?

one thing you didn't mention is if the dealer replaced the caliper hardware. take alook at this:
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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jun 19, 2010

SOURCE: Squeaky Door....embarrasing!

1: White Lithium Grease
2: Silicone Grease

Either will work just as well, though lithium may be easier to find at the local auto-parts store...and a bit cheaper.
* They silicone comes in a spray which makes it easier to get to the hinges.

In a pinch, a can of Liquid Wrench will cure the noise, but it doesn't offer the long-term benefits of grease.

** There are 2 sets of hinges, upper and lower...and be sure to get the rollers on the guide arms.

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