What causes a repeated banging when the brakes are applied on my 2000 Subaru Outback?

2000 SUBARU OUTBACK
150,000 MILES
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KEVY1959
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What causes a repeated banging when thr brakes are applied on my 2000 Subaru Outback? At any speed. Untill the car is stopped. Braking is adversly affected.
Aug 10, 2012 at 5:28 PM
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CARADIODOC
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Time for a brake inspection by your mechanic. A front rotor could be cracking apart, caliper mounting bolt could be missing, or a suspension part could be worn. There are many other possibilities and many of them are not serious but some things can lead to a crash.
Aug 10, 2012 at 5:55 PM
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