More On The Saga Of The Squeaky Brakes

[Johan007]

I found an good hard emergency break on a clear dual carriageway got rid of the reversing break squeak/grind sound.

I haven't had any dents yet but believe it has been keyed across 3 panels but only on the surface paint work.

[Sknarf]

One of my work colleagues also has an Auris (2.0 D4-d) the same as me. We have two Toyota Dealers in Nottingham.

I went to one, sorted first time, although there was a two week wait for the parts. Had what what the service manager called, 'anti squeal pads, and springs'. He said that for the last 6 weeks he's done nothing but replace squeaky brakes and washer jets that hit too low on the windscreen, and he now struggles to get the parts.

My colleague went to the other dealership, whao said they had never heard of a fix and told her to stop moaning, they work dont they?!

Guess where were getting our cars fixed from now on?!

What gripes me is you have to be reasonable and expect that there are going to be unseen problems with any newly launched car, but if dealers dont know why not say so? Its' the different massages were being told that just wind us up even more. I'd have alot more respect for a dealer who said 'i dont know but I'll call you if I find out'

[alexaurisTR]

After reading this the other day, i am now in the process of getting my washer jets sorted too.

The parts for the brakes are to be fitted this coming Thursday.

Can someone clarify what it is they will be changing to try and remove the 'dreaded squeal'.

I also believe its not guaranteed to sort the problem.

[mbrennan29]

After reading this the other day, i am now in the process of getting my washer jets sorted too.

The parts for the brakes are to be fitted this coming Thursday.

Can someone clarify what it is they will be changing to try and remove the 'dreaded squeal'.

I also believe its not guaranteed to sort the problem.

They will replace the rear calliper hangers with modified ones.

I had mine changed after they tried the cleaning and greasing method, i have not had any problems since (touch wood)

[Johan007]

I found an good hard emergency break on a clear dual carriageway got rid of the reversing break squeak/grind sound.

Bad advice by me there. The squeak came back. I think I will get them sorted at the first service.

[denis-auris]

hello, there are now 60k km on the clock, sine about 500 km the brakes have been very bad, all of them have been replaced and due to be replaced again. now the sqeak when i drive without even touching the brakes. it is embrassing to drive in built up areas and noticed also brakes begining to fade slightly. this has gone on long enough, tried varoious "quick fixes" any other tips

[alexaurisTR]

i would play absolubt hell to be honest m8.

I've not been the nicest to deal with and I've only got a slight squeal!!!

[Alan_pang]

i had the problem at day one.. they tried to clean it but it was still the same, they ordered special modified brake pads for the auris from toyota and replaced them and the irritating sound is gone :) hope this helps..

[Toscane]

What kind of modified brake pads, could you be more specific, is there a name or serial number for it?

[j0t]

There are TWO different issues related to brakes on the auris:

1) high pitched ‘squeal’ type noise from the front brakes

2) moan type noise from the rear brakes

I had #2 on my auris, which I reported in this post... Guess what? A couple of days ago I checked on the Toyota Techdoc Library and I found that Toyota Italy had released a technical report on 11/12/07 about the REAR brakes moan issue. I promptly went to the dealer, and I have an appointment with them on 3/30. I later found that Toyota Europe had released a technical report on 6/8/07 about the same issue. Anyway, after 6000km the noise is less frequent, I can hear it only when cornering in reverse, but it's a HELL of a noise. Last time I reverse parked more than one head turned towards my car because of the noise... If someone has issues with their dealership refusing to do the repair, I can provide the techdoc numbers for both #1 (in English) and #2 (both in English and Italian). Just PM me.

[alexaurisTR]

So far so good.

i had modified brakes fitted last friday and there hasn't been a peep yet.

Fingers crossed.......

[auris1982]

had modified brakes fitted in twice and still the same problem....went back yesterday and they just put in some grease oil, hopefully it will work now:)

[auris197]

hello, there are now 60k km on the clock, sine about 500 km the brakes have been very bad, all of them have been replaced and due to be replaced again. now the sqeak when i drive without even touching the brakes. it is embrassing to drive in built up areas and noticed also brakes begining to fade slightly. this has gone on long enough, tried varoious "quick fixes" any other tips

Denis did u get rid of the squeak?? my car is now in the exact same situation as yours!!! Think i'm gonna have to go back to the dealer!!

[phild612]

hello, there are now 60k km on the clock, sine about 500 km the brakes have been very bad, all of them have been replaced and due to be replaced again. now the sqeak when i drive without even touching the brakes. it is embrassing to drive in built up areas and noticed also brakes begining to fade slightly. this has gone on long enough, tried varoious "quick fixes" any other tips

Denis did u get rid of the squeak?? my car is now in the exact same situation as yours!!! Think i'm gonna have to go back to the dealer!!

Mine goes in this Thursday for the washer jets and front brake squeal problems..........here's hoping....

[alexaurisTR]

Well well

I have had 2 weeks squeak free then the other day i heard a slight squeal,

I'll let that one go but thats how it started last time.

I have a bad feeling that I'll be contacting the dealer again soon.

[phild612]

Well well

I have had 2 weeks squeak free then the other day i heard a slight squeal,

I'll let that one go but thats how it started last time.

I have a bad feeling that I'll be contacting the dealer again soon.

Done about 100 miles since the new parts fitted. Fingers crossed, all quiet at the moment, and I've now got washers that hit the screen!!!!!

Funny thing is, I didn't ask them to do the back brakes, but along with new pads and shimes etc for the front, they skimmed the rear discs and replaced the rear pads too. Toyota know there's something wrong, so why no recall?

[drobotic]

Hello,

I have been on service and they change front break pads and from then i have no problems with squeaky brakes.

My car has 2200 km.

Regards,

[j0t]

On 3/31 I took my auris to the dealer for the brakes issue. After an hour waiting they told me that they had just the right mounting bracket and not the left one. Today I went back and after an hour and a half they told me... that the mechanic who replaced the brakes didn't do any test braking before getting my auris off the deck so the abs pump was empty, and when the car hit the ground it went off the deck straight into a trolley against the wall, which in turn broke the bumper and the bumper finally made a hole about an inch large into the radiator... I found my auris crying in a pool of radiator fluid :(

I'm enjoying my 1.4 petrol yaris at the moment :(

My car is doomed...

[alexaurisTR]

On 3/31 I took my auris to the dealer for the brakes issue. After an hour waiting they told me that they had just the right mounting bracket and not the left one. Today I went back and after an hour and a half they told me... that the mechanic who replaced the brakes didn't do any test braking before getting my auris off the deck so the abs pump was empty, and when the car hit the ground it went off the deck straight into a trolley against the wall, which in turn broke the bumper and the bumper finally made a hole about an inch large into the radiator... I found my auris crying in a pool of radiator fluid :(

I'm enjoying my 1.4 petrol yaris at the moment :(

My car is doomed...

O.M.G :o

Sorry to hear about that.

I'd be furious..... :censor:

I hate the tiny little yaris you get. :P

[rcflyer]

...My only diappointment is the lack of side protection which means it is vulnerable in car parks. I have already collected one dent thanks to someone else carelessly opening a door!

So the protective door bands doesn't give some kind of side protection?

what protective door bands??

I paid for the door side mouldings to be fitted by the Dealer -cost £50-97 +Vat

[rcflyer]

Hi Everyone

Another bit of the saga of the squeaky brakes on my Auris TR which I took delivery of on 1st December.

We've now done just over 500 miles and today for the 3rd time the car has gone back to the dealer for more work on the brakes.

We received a letter from Toyota GB basically just sweeping the problem under the carpet by saying that the dealer will sort it when then obviously can't - although 10/10 for trying - and they have admitted this morning that there is a major problem that nobody seems to be able to get to the bottom of.

The brakes pads were changed about 2 weeks ago but the noise has gradually become louder so today all the pads were chamfered and deglazed yet again. I was taken into the workshop and shown the discs and and could quite clearly see where scoring is taking place. However, the service manager told me that if this doesn't work then they will once again change all the pads back and front. I have say he was very helpful so that made it a bit easier.

What I really can't get my head around Toyota GB not appearing to be interested.

I wrote to Customer services within a week or so of having the car and it took them weeks and a number of prompts by email and fax to respond by which time things had moved on. They don't seem to understand that nobody wants to drive around in a new car that has problems - its is the pride and joy of most people especially since it will have cost an arm & a leg in first place, so Toyota could really do with being a bit more sympathetic - afterall it is their product and if it were as easy to take it back to the dealer and change it for another or get a refund like you would with any new product that is sub-standard I'm sure they would be doing things a bit differently.

SO IF ANYONE FROM TOYOTA GB IS READING THIS - COME ON GET YOUR ACT TOGETHER, SORT THESE PROBLEMS AND SHOW A BIT MORE INTEREST.

One thing that has been sorted today is the wash wipe. Believe or not the dealer has no knowledge of replacement washer jets being available and neither did the lady from Toyota GB who responded to my letter - how scary is that - but the service manager either looked on this web site because I told him about it or contacted someone else who did know.

So a big thank you to everyone who wrote about the replacement washer jets - at least I'll be able to see where I'm going now - hopefully!

My new Auris TR 2.0 diesel has only done 200 miles since new in March. Following this with interest, because mine emits a high-pitched squeal, apparently from the fronts (operate the h/brake to stop, and no noise), but only at very light brake applications, say, in slow ,creeping traffic, and at the last few feet of travel. At higher speeds and harder braking, so far, it's OK. Lots of miles to go yet! Also, this forum has alerted me to the windscreen washer problem(?)- they certainly do squirt very low down the screen, but so far, I haven't travelled very fast on a wet Motorway. However, as a new owner, I like the Auris, for its functional looks, the chain-cam diesel, the high 6th gearing, sufficient weight and power to pull our caravan, but today I am having those horrible 16" alloys with hard 55 section low-profile tyres changed for the 15" steel wheels with more comfortable tyres. Have never been able to understand why, after over 100 years of suspension development, and the roads at their worst state for years, Manufacturers foist big wheels, skinny tyres, and "sports suspension", when some customers (am I the only one?) just want quiet and comfortable, economical travel. There, I've had my little rant. Can't get used to the strange handbrake though!

[phild612]

Hi Everyone

Another bit of the saga of the squeaky brakes on my Auris TR which I took delivery of on 1st December.

We've now done just over 500 miles and today for the 3rd time the car has gone back to the dealer for more work on the brakes.

We received a letter from Toyota GB basically just sweeping the problem under the carpet by saying that the dealer will sort it when then obviously can't - although 10/10 for trying - and they have admitted this morning that there is a major problem that nobody seems to be able to get to the bottom of.

The brakes pads were changed about 2 weeks ago but the noise has gradually become louder so today all the pads were chamfered and deglazed yet again. I was taken into the workshop and shown the discs and and could quite clearly see where scoring is taking place. However, the service manager told me that if this doesn't work then they will once again change all the pads back and front. I have say he was very helpful so that made it a bit easier.

What I really can't get my head around Toyota GB not appearing to be interested.

I wrote to Customer services within a week or so of having the car and it took them weeks and a number of prompts by email and fax to respond by which time things had moved on. They don't seem to understand that nobody wants to drive around in a new car that has problems - its is the pride and joy of most people especially since it will have cost an arm & a leg in first place, so Toyota could really do with being a bit more sympathetic - afterall it is their product and if it were as easy to take it back to the dealer and change it for another or get a refund like you would with any new product that is sub-standard I'm sure they would be doing things a bit differently.

SO IF ANYONE FROM TOYOTA GB IS READING THIS - COME ON GET YOUR ACT TOGETHER, SORT THESE PROBLEMS AND SHOW A BIT MORE INTEREST.

One thing that has been sorted today is the wash wipe. Believe or not the dealer has no knowledge of replacement washer jets being available and neither did the lady from Toyota GB who responded to my letter - how scary is that - but the service manager either looked on this web site because I told him about it or contacted someone else who did know.

So a big thank you to everyone who wrote about the replacement washer jets - at least I'll be able to see where I'm going now - hopefully!

My new Auris TR 2.0 diesel has only done 200 miles since new in March. Following this with interest, because mine emits a high-pitched squeal, apparently from the fronts (operate the h/brake to stop, and no noise), but only at very light brake applications, say, in slow ,creeping traffic, and at the last few feet of travel. At higher speeds and harder braking, so far, it's OK. Lots of miles to go yet! Also, this forum has alerted me to the windscreen washer problem(?)- they certainly do squirt very low down the screen, but so far, I haven't travelled very fast on a wet Motorway. However, as a new owner, I like the Auris, for its functional looks, the chain-cam diesel, the high 6th gearing, sufficient weight and power to pull our caravan, but today I am having those horrible 16" alloys with hard 55 section low-profile tyres changed for the 15" steel wheels with more comfortable tyres. Have never been able to understand why, after over 100 years of suspension development, and the roads at their worst state for years, Manufacturers foist big wheels, skinny tyres, and "sports suspension", when some customers (am I the only one?) just want quiet and comfortable, economical travel. There, I've had my little rant. Can't get used to the strange handbrake though!

Get it booked in for the brakes and washers now ( took 4 weeks for my parts to arrive and by then the brakes were driving us nuts!! ). My Auris started squealing almost immediately, and the washers at speed were rubbish.

The dealers know all about these faults. They did my front brakes and washers ( +2 degrees required ) after I reported the faults, but also did the rear brakes..........quote......to save me going back again!

Love the car now.

[balli hi]

Hi Everyone

Another bit of the saga of the squeaky brakes on my Auris TR which I took delivery of on 1st December.

We've now done just over 500 miles and today for the 3rd time the car has gone back to the dealer for more work on the brakes.

We received a letter from Toyota GB basically just sweeping the problem under the carpet by saying that the dealer will sort it when then obviously can't - although 10/10 for trying - and they have admitted this morning that there is a major problem that nobody seems to be able to get to the bottom of.

The brakes pads were changed about 2 weeks ago but the noise has gradually become louder so today all the pads were chamfered and deglazed yet again. I was taken into the workshop and shown the discs and and could quite clearly see where scoring is taking place. However, the service manager told me that if this doesn't work then they will once again change all the pads back and front. I have say he was very helpful so that made it a bit easier.

What I really can't get my head around Toyota GB not appearing to be interested.

I wrote to Customer services within a week or so of having the car and it took them weeks and a number of prompts by email and fax to respond by which time things had moved on. They don't seem to understand that nobody wants to drive around in a new car that has problems - its is the pride and joy of most people especially since it will have cost an arm & a leg in first place, so Toyota could really do with being a bit more sympathetic - afterall it is their product and if it were as easy to take it back to the dealer and change it for another or get a refund like you would with any new product that is sub-standard I'm sure they would be doing things a bit differently.

SO IF ANYONE FROM TOYOTA GB IS READING THIS - COME ON GET YOUR ACT TOGETHER, SORT THESE PROBLEMS AND SHOW A BIT MORE INTEREST.

One thing that has been sorted today is the wash wipe. Believe or not the dealer has no knowledge of replacement washer jets being available and neither did the lady from Toyota GB who responded to my letter - how scary is that - but the service manager either looked on this web site because I told him about it or contacted someone else who did know.

So a big thank you to everyone who wrote about the replacement washer jets - at least I'll be able to see where I'm going now - hopefully!

My new Auris TR 2.0 diesel has only done 200 miles since new in March. Following this with interest, because mine emits a high-pitched squeal, apparently from the fronts (operate the h/brake to stop, and no noise), but only at very light brake applications, say, in slow ,creeping traffic, and at the last few feet of travel. At higher speeds and harder braking, so far, it's OK. Lots of miles to go yet! Also, this forum has alerted me to the windscreen washer problem(?)- they certainly do squirt very low down the screen, but so far, I haven't travelled very fast on a wet Motorway. However, as a new owner, I like the Auris, for its functional looks, the chain-cam diesel, the high 6th gearing, sufficient weight and power to pull our caravan, but today I am having those horrible 16" alloys with hard 55 section low-profile tyres changed for the 15" steel wheels with more comfortable tyres. Have never been able to understand why, after over 100 years of suspension development, and the roads at their worst state for years, Manufacturers foist big wheels, skinny tyres, and "sports suspension", when some customers (am I the only one?) just want quiet and comfortable, economical travel. There, I've had my little rant. Can't get used to the strange handbrake though!

Get it booked in for the brakes and washers now ( took 4 weeks for my parts to arrive and by then the brakes were driving us nuts!! ). My Auris started squealing almost immediately, and the washers at speed were rubbish.

The dealers know all about these faults. They did my front brakes and washers ( +2 degrees required ) after I reported the faults, but also did the rear brakes..........quote......to save me going back again!

Love the car now.

[balli hi]

Hi Everyone

Another bit of the saga of the squeaky brakes on my Auris TR which I took delivery of on 1st December.

We've now done just over 500 miles and today for the 3rd time the car has gone back to the dealer for more work on the brakes.

We received a letter from Toyota GB basically just sweeping the problem under the carpet by saying that the dealer will sort it when then obviously can't - although 10/10 for trying - and they have admitted this morning that there is a major problem that nobody seems to be able to get to the bottom of.

The brakes pads were changed about 2 weeks ago but the noise has gradually become louder so today all the pads were chamfered and deglazed yet again. I was taken into the workshop and shown the discs and and could quite clearly see where scoring is taking place. However, the service manager told me that if this doesn't work then they will once again change all the pads back and front. I have say he was very helpful so that made it a bit easier.

What I really can't get my head around Toyota GB not appearing to be interested.

I wrote to Customer services within a week or so of having the car and it took them weeks and a number of prompts by email and fax to respond by which time things had moved on. They don't seem to understand that nobody wants to drive around in a new car that has problems - its is the pride and joy of most people especially since it will have cost an arm & a leg in first place, so Toyota could really do with being a bit more sympathetic - afterall it is their product and if it were as easy to take it back to the dealer and change it for another or get a refund like you would with any new product that is sub-standard I'm sure they would be doing things a bit differently.

SO IF ANYONE FROM TOYOTA GB IS READING THIS - COME ON GET YOUR ACT TOGETHER, SORT THESE PROBLEMS AND SHOW A BIT MORE INTEREST.

One thing that has been sorted today is the wash wipe. Believe or not the dealer has no knowledge of replacement washer jets being available and neither did the lady from Toyota GB who responded to my letter - how scary is that - but the service manager either looked on this web site because I told him about it or contacted someone else who did know.

So a big thank you to everyone who wrote about the replacement washer jets - at least I'll be able to see where I'm going now - hopefully!

My new Auris TR 2.0 diesel has only done 200 miles since new in March. Following this with interest, because mine emits a high-pitched squeal, apparently from the fronts (operate the h/brake to stop, and no noise), but only at very light brake applications, say, in slow ,creeping traffic, and at the last few feet of travel. At higher speeds and harder braking, so far, it's OK. Lots of miles to go yet! Also, this forum has alerted me to the windscreen washer problem(?)- they certainly do squirt very low down the screen, but so far, I haven't travelled very fast on a wet Motorway. However, as a new owner, I like the Auris, for its functional looks, the chain-cam diesel, the high 6th gearing, sufficient weight and power to pull our caravan, but today I am having those horrible 16" alloys with hard 55 section low-profile tyres changed for the 15" steel wheels with more comfortable tyres. Have never been able to understand why, after over 100 years of suspension development, and the roads at their worst state for years, Manufacturers foist big wheels, skinny tyres, and "sports suspension", when some customers (am I the only one?) just want quiet and comfortable, economical travel. There, I've had my little rant. Can't get used to the strange handbrake though!

Get it booked in for the brakes and washers now ( took 4 weeks for my parts to arrive and by then the brakes were driving us nuts!! ). My Auris started squealing almost immediately, and the washers at speed were rubbish.

The dealers know all about these faults. They did my front brakes and washers ( +2 degrees required ) after I reported the faults, but also did the rear brakes..........quote......to save me going back again!

Love the car now.

[denis-auris]

hello, there are now 60k km on the clock, sine about 500 km the brakes have been very bad, all of them have been replaced and due to be replaced again. now the sqeak when i drive without even touching the brakes. it is embrassing to drive in built up areas and noticed also brakes begining to fade slightly. this has gone on long enough, tried varoious "quick fixes" any other tips

Denis did u get rid of the squeak?? my car is now in the exact same situation as yours!!! Think i'm gonna have to go back to the dealer!!

Mine goes in this Thursday for the washer jets and front brake squeal problems..........here's hoping....

sorry for the late reply, it was due for a service and said i would STRESS about the brakes to the garage, its a bit better but i fear it will return to what i had before, it is the only problem i have but its a nuisance and on top on that, when you reverse and brake to slow down, that was when it was worse, let me know how you get on with it