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Old Sep 18, 2009 | 02:35 PM
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Weird Click From Front Under Braking

Well over the last day or so i have noticed i get a single click from what seems to be the front drivers side of the car when coming to a complete stop. It usually does it after hard braking and then a normal braking it will do it. I did recently do a full rotor and pad job but im not sure if that could be the cause of this or something else.

I will be pulling the rim off and inspecting it to see what the issue is. Just dont have time to until Monday. So any help on what to look for or check is appreciated.
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Old Sep 18, 2009 | 02:48 PM
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Did you leave any of the brake shims and clips off?

Another thing to check is the inner tie rod end. Jack up the car and try to yank the wheel in various directions. If you feel play, observe the tie rod while you pull on the wheel.
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Old Sep 18, 2009 | 03:14 PM
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I did lack a shim on the driver side because it had rusted so badly that it crumbled when the pads were taken out.

I will check the tie rod end and ball joints too.

Also forgot to add i changed to the rims off of my vert not that it makes any difference.
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Old Sep 18, 2009 | 07:08 PM
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Just sounds like inadequate shimming to me...pad is moving.
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Old Sep 19, 2009 | 09:58 AM
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Is there somewhere i can get a set of new shims?
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Old Sep 20, 2009 | 12:28 AM
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i bought mine at nappa I think, you can get them at most parts stores just have to order them, mazdatrix has them too...
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Old Sep 20, 2009 | 10:55 AM
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i will definatly get all new shims and get them in there.
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