Squeaking / Grinding Noise from Rear Brakes – 2013-2014 Mazda CX-5

2013-2014 CX-5 – SQUEAKING / GRINDING NOISE FROM REAR BRAKES

APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS

2013-2014 CX-5 with VINs lower than JM3 KE******401869 (produced before Oct. 9, 2013)

 

Squeaking / grinding noise from the rear brakes.

 

This noise may be caused by the wear indicators of prematurely worn outer rear brake pads.

NOTE: The inner rear brake pads will only show a little wear. This condition only affects the outer rear brake pad(s).

During usage of the vehicle in areas where road salt is used, the outer rear brake pad(s) may become stuck due to corrosion. This may cause brake dragging and premature wear to the outer brake pad(s) only.

The treatment of the brake pad back plate has been changed to eliminate this concern.

 

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Remove the rear brake caliper supports and rear brake pads according to the instructions on MS3 online or the Workshop Manual (section 04-11).
2. Visually inspect the rear brake disc plate(s) for damage.
   • If disc plate damage exists, replace it with a new one according to the instructions on MS3 online or the Workshop Manual (section 04-11).
3. Remove all rust from the rear brake caliper support area, then apply grease.

NOTE: Refer to “Rust Removal and Grease Application Procedure” below.

4. Install retainers to the rear caliper supports.
5. Install brake pad attachments to the rear brake pad.
6. Install modified rear brake pads.

 

Rust Removal and Grease Application Procedure:

1. Remove the brake pads and retainers (A) from the rear brake caliper support and discard them.

2. Using a wire brush, remove all rust from the rear brake caliper support area (A) until the surface turns glossy (B).

3. Wipe the area clean, then apply black grease to the area (A) as shown below.

NOTE: Use the black grease included in the rear brake pad sub set / rear brake pad attachment.

 

PART(S) INFORMATION

Part Number	Description	Qty.	Notes
K0Y1-26-43ZC	Rear Brake Pad and Attachment Set	1	New service part includes A and B
K011-26-251B	Rear Brake Disc Plate	1 or 2	Replace if necessary