PDA

View Full Version : 2001 Camry vibration when braking


drn1986
Nov 5th, 2009, 01:34 AM
like the title states when i'm braking the whole car vibrates, pretty hard too...thought it was the pads, got those changed, no better....then the rotors no luck......(both of which were time for replacement anyway so no money really lost) but now it's becoming a concern

any thoughts before i start dumping money?

thanks RFD

Pete_Coach
Nov 5th, 2009, 09:35 AM
Are you braking hard when this happens? Perhaps the ABS is kicking in? Perhaps there is a fault in the ABS that engages it prematurely? Sensor bad?
The front end is OK? It has been inspected and all your rod ends and ball joints are in good condition? ( I would sure hope the mechanic that replaced your pads and rotors had a good look in that area).
By the way, there is no "time" for replacement of the rotors. They should be replaced on condition, meaning when inspected, the show sign of significant wear, damage or warping that they need to be replaced.

drn1986
Nov 5th, 2009, 11:35 AM
when i say time to replace, they were worn to the point or needing replacement

car does not have ABS

Mayoo
Nov 5th, 2009, 12:13 PM
Alignment ? , balanced tires ? will that cause the issue ?

drn1986
Nov 5th, 2009, 12:14 PM
negative,

i'm thinking that it's become the rods and ball joints.......OIY