Saab 9-3X Loud noise is coming from rear brakes Inspection at your home or office.

Our certified mobile mechanics come to you 7 days a week between 7 AM and 9 PM.

Estimate price near me

Service Location

Customer Ratings

(381)

How A Diagnostic Works

Instantly book a certified mobile mechanic to come to you

Mechanic diagnoses the problem and quotes necessary repairs

Your vehicle is ready to go

Fair, upfront & transparent pricing for all services

Our certified mobile mechanics can come to you now.

Customer Ratings

(381)

Loud noise is coming from rear brakes Inspection Service

How much does a Loud noise is coming from rear brakes Inspection cost?

On average, the cost for a Saab 9-3X Loud noise is coming from rear brakes Inspection is $95 with $0 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2010 Saab 9-3XL4-2.0L TurboService typeLoud noise is coming from rear brakes InspectionEstimate$114.99Shop/Dealer Price$124.99 - $132.49
2011 Saab 9-3XL4-2.0L TurboService typeLoud noise is coming from rear brakes InspectionEstimate$94.99Shop/Dealer Price$105.01 - $112.52
Show example Saab 9-3X Loud noise is coming from rear brakes Inspection prices

Depending on the make and model you drive, you might have disc brakes on the front and drum brakes on the rear, or you could have four-wheel disc brakes. These are becoming more and more common today. However, regardless of the configuration, you should not have a loud noise coming from the rear brakes. This indicates that something has gone wrong, and there are several potential culprits.

How this system works:

Your rear brakes work similar to the front brakes. The master cylinder sends pressurized fluid through the brake lines. If you have rear drum brakes, the fluid causes the actuator to push the brake shoes outward, where they press against the inside of the drum. In the case of rear disc brakes, the fluid activates the caliper, which then squeezes the caliper between two brake pads.

This is identical to how your front brakes operate, but the pads are generally smaller than those used on the front. This is because most of the stopping power in your car is generated in the front.

However, your rear brakes are just as important as the front, and if you’re noticing a loud noise from the rear during braking, it could be a number of different things, depending on the type of noise and when it occurs.

Common reasons for this to happen:

  • Worn Brake Pads: Obviously, the most common potential problem here is worn out rear pads (or shoes if you have drum brakes). If you notice a loud grinding sound, it could be the metal backing plate from the pads making contact with the rotor.

  • Broken or Missing Caliper Bolt: Your calipers are essentially two halves held together with bolts (not the slide pins). If one of the bolts is missing or broken, it’s possible that part of the caliper has popped out and is making contact with your wheel.

  • Contact with the Squealer: Squealers are metal tabs designed to lightly contact the rotor and create a noise that warns you the pads are wearing down. If your pads are nearing the end of their life, it’s possible this is the noise you’re hearing.

  • Parking Brake Shoes Stuck: Your parking brake is located in the rear of the car. In a disc brake setup, there are shoes located inside the inner drum built into the rotor. If the shoes are stuck, it’s possible that the sound you’re hearing is them contacting metal while you’re driving.

  • Wheel Bearing Failure: If the noise you’re hearing is a “howl” and it’s constant, the first thing to suspect would be one of the wheel bearings (whichever side is the loudest while you’re driving).

  • Pads Settling into Place: If the sound you’re hearing is more of a “pop” or a loud click, it might be nothing more than your brake pads being slightly worn and settling into place when you push the brake pedal.

  • Normal Pad Vibration: If you only hear the noise when you’re backing up, it’s possible that it is just a normal vibration caused by the friction material of the pad lightly contacting the rotor’s surface. This is called “resonant frequency”, and can occur with both disc and drum brakes.

What to expect:

A top-rated mobile mechanic will come to your home or office and will inspect your rear brakes. This inspection will include the drums and shoes or the rotors and calipers. It should also include the brake lines and other components. The mechanic will then provide a detailed inspection report that includes the scope and cost of the necessary repairs.

How it's done:

The mechanic will inspect your rear brake pads, the rotors, calipers, and the brake lines. It may be necessary to remove one or both rear wheels for a visual inspection. It may also be necessary to test drive the vehicle if the source of the problem is not immediately apparent in order for the mechanic to verify any and all noises.

How important is this service?

The mechanic will visually inspect the rear brakes, as well as other components that might be causing the noise you’re experiencing. It might be necessary for the mechanic to test drive the vehicle in order to duplicate the noise and better diagnose the problem.

Fast and easy service at your home or office

Backed by 12-month, 12.000-mile guarantee


Meet some of our expert Saab mechanics

Real customer reviews from Saab owners like you.

Excellent Rating

(381)

Rating Summary
354
11
6
3
7
354
11
6
3
7

Robert

27 years of experience
333 reviews
Robert
27 years of experience
Saab 9-3 L4-2.0L Turbo - Car is not starting Inspection - Greenbelt, Maryland
Robert was awesome! Diagnosed the problem quickly, fixed it just as quickly, and gave some great advice too!

Amor

43 years of experience
181 reviews
Amor
43 years of experience
Saab 900 L4-2.0L Turbo - Idler Pulley - Hayward, California
Honest and knowledgable, was able to solve my issues and offer advice in the form of preventative maintenance. Will call again for Amor on any future repairs.

Chris

18 years of experience
494 reviews
Chris
18 years of experience
Saab 9-5 L4-2.3L Turbo - AC Condenser - Katy, Texas
Chris arrived on time, took care of the repair in a very reasonable time, and made sure to test the system to make sure everything was working properly.

Charles

34 years of experience
342 reviews
Charles
34 years of experience
Saab 9-3 V6-2.8L Turbo - Windshield Washer Nozzles - Cedar Park, Texas
Charles is the best! He does great work. When booking your appointment, ask for Charles Ocran

Excellent Rating

(381)

Rating Summary
354
11
6
3
7
354
11
6
3
7
Number of Saab services completed
4191+
services done by our mechanics
TOTAL NUMBER OF EXPERT Saab MECHANICS
200+
experts on our platform

Recent articles & questions

Comparisons of Drivetrains - FWD, RWD, AWD
The The drivetrain in a car is comprised mostly of the engine and transmission. The rest of it - the parts that take power from the transmission and send it to the wheels - these are the parts that really...
How to Understand Compression and Power Systems in Small Engines
Being familiar with basic compression and power system functions of a four-stroke engine can help you diagnose and fix issues with your car.
P2640 OBD-II Trouble Code: Torque Management Feedback Signal A High
Trouble code P2640 means that a problem in the torque management feedback signal has occurred, often due to a poor electrical connection or bad wires.

How do you use the cup holders?

Depending on your trim level and how your car is equipped, it will have a number of cup holders in the interior. Here’s where you should look: In the center console: There are two potential styles of cup holders you...

I started having trouble getting the clutch to go into gear.

It appears that you may be experiencing signs of a worn out clutch given the year and mileage, that may likely be the case if this is the original clutch. Other components such as the clutch master and clutch slave...

What does it mean when I put my car in gear and it won't move and makes loud clicking noise 2006 Chevrolet Malibu

Hello - check the fluid level and quality (should be more pink than black, and not smelled burned). Check also the shifter cable - the inability to re-engage Park (which is a mechanical action) suggests the shifter (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/3-essential-things-to-know-about-your-car-s-gear-shifter) is no...

How can we help?

Our service team is available 7 days a week, Monday - Friday from 6 AM to 5 PM PST, Saturday - Sunday 7 AM - 4 PM PST.

1 (855) 347-2779 · hi@yourmechanic.com