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Jeep Grand Cherokee Brake Click Q. I have a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee with 62,000 miles which I recently replaced all four sets of disc pads and turned the front brake rotors to correct a rubout problem. The vehicle has an ABS brake system and no previous history of brake problems. After replacing the brake pads I noticed a clicking sound when applying the brakes repeatedly at about 15 mph. It happens once every brake application.

I reinspected the rotor assemblies and checked the bolts for proper torque. Everything is correct. I used high temp brake grease when reinstalling the rotors. I found reference in your Chrysler section about a clicking caused by pad shifting. Could this be the problem? If so, how is it corrected? Could it be the caliper pins or bushings? It appears to be multiplying to the other brake rotors as well.

Regards...

A. Yes, it could very well be. On the inboard (piston) brake pad there should be two, three finger springs that fit into the caliper pistons. If not, you have the wrong pads. On the outboard pad, there is either a small clip that attaches to the end of the brake pad or a large spring that presses on the brake pad. If either one of these are missing, the pad will shift in the brake bridge and cause the clicking noise.

You can get a front disc brake hardware kit that will have the new clips and shims to prevent brake squeal and the clicking noises.