high pitched grinding 93 Accord

Discussion in 'Accord' started by john, Aug 19, 2003.

  1. john

    john Guest

    I get a high pitched grinding sound on my 93 Accord when I go over a
    bump or or sometimes when turning the steering wheel. It sounds real
    similiar to metal on metal when the brake pads are low. I had to have
    the brakes bled about 5 months ago because the brake pedal was going
    to the floor. Occasionally it seems now like I need to pump the brakes
    to get the pressure back up. Any ideas. BTW I don't work on my own car
    unless it's something pretty simple. TIA
     
    john, Aug 19, 2003
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  2. It's probably related to the brakes but it's only a guess. I once had this
    problem many years ago while driving a 1969 Chevy Nova. The problem was
    traced to what is known as a Pittman Arm or Pitman Arm. I don't even know
    if they still use such a device in Honda Accords. It is a device that
    helps move the wheels when you turn the steering wheel right or left. Back
    to the brakes--I wonder if your brakes need to be adjusted. It's possible
    that the brakes are slightly engaged even when your foot is not on the
    brake petal. This causes the brake pads to wear out very very quickly.
     
    Bill B. Johnson, Aug 19, 2003
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  3. john

    john Guest

    Thanks for the response! I'm going to check the brake pads. I may post
    back if they look fine. I've already checked the brake and power steering
    fluids.
     
    john, Aug 19, 2003
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