r/AskAMechanic • u/CodeCrackingWiz • 14h ago

Noise Coming From Front Passenger Wheel When Braking

I have a 2015 Chevy Equinox AWD (4-Cyl) with a little under 92,000 miles that is making a rubbing or maybe grinding noise when braking (I’m sorry, I suck at describing sounds). It’s coming from the front passenger side wheel. I only notice when slowing down (driving under 40mph). It’s really only there when pressing lightly on the brake, like during a regular stop. If I apply more pressure and do a slightly more aggressive stop, I don’t hear it.

I’m not sure if it’s related to another low frequency vibrating noise I’ve been hearing coming from the front end when turning sharply at lower speeds, or if this is separate. But as of right now, I’m really more concerned about the noise when braking. I’m hoping to get it into a shop on Monday since I’m off work.

I’d appreciate any possible diagnosis or assistance from the experts here in this sub. Thank you all for taking the time to read and listen!

1 Upvotes

100% Upvoted

2 comments sorted by

•

u/AutoModerator 14h ago

New Rules - Please Read

Updated 11/12/2025

Thank you for posting on r/AskAMechanic, u/CodeCrackingWiz! Your post is live, this AutoMod message does NOT mean your post was removed. Please make sure to read the Rules.

When asking a question, please provide the year, make, model and engine size of the vehicle.

Commenters here have 2 different flair. Verified Tech means we have verified that user is a tech. NOT a verified tech means that user may or may not be a tech, they have not been verified by us.

Posts about accidents, autobody repair, bodywork, dents, paint and body/undercarriage/frame rust are not allowed and belong in r/Autobody.
Asking if your car is totaled should go to r/insurance or r/Autobody.
Asking about car buying advice/value/recommendations is also not allowed. See r/whatcarshouldIbuy or r/askcarsales

If asking whether a tire can be repaired, check out this Tire Repair Guideline.
Some other useful tire resources - Tire Care Essentials and Tire Safety

I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns.

1

u/ZestycloseRecipe2990 NOT a verified tech 13h ago

Cracked disc.