why does my Renault Clio V (2019-Present) make a loud noise when braking?

Solution

1. Preparation

• Tools Required: Wheel chocks, jack, jack stands, lug wrench, socket set, brake cleaner, and safety glasses.
• Ensure the vehicle is parked on a level surface, and engage the parking brake.

2. Remove Wheel

• Using a lug wrench, loosen the lug nuts slightly while the vehicle is still on the ground.
• Raise the vehicle with a jack and secure it with jack stands.
• Remove the lug nuts completely and take off the wheel to access the brakes.

3. Inspect Brake Components

• Brake Pads: Remove the caliper by unscrewing the bolts with a socket set. Check the thickness of the brake pads. Replace if they are less than 3mm thick.
• Brake Rotors: Inspect the rotors for grooves and scoring. If damaged, replace them. If they are within specification, clean them with brake cleaner.

4. Replace Brake Pads or Rotors (if necessary)

• If replacing pads, compress the caliper piston using a brake caliper tool. Install new pads into the caliper bracket.
• If rotors are being replaced, unscrew them from the hub and install new rotors, ensuring they are properly torqued according to manufacturer specifications.

5. Reassemble and Test

• Reattach the caliper and tighten the bolts to the manufacturer’s torque specifications.
• Reinstall the wheel and hand-tighten the lug nuts.
• Lower the vehicle and then fully tighten the lug nuts in a crisscross pattern to ensure even pressure.