Brakes stuck engaged, I need a cheap fix for whatever it is?

Hi,

Does applying the brakes cause the sound or change the sound? Also, if you look at the brake rotors, is there any evidence the pads are worn, and you are touching metal to metal causing the noise? In pic 1 below, I circled the rotor. Check the surface to see if there are grooves or cuts in the steel.

Next, place the vehicle on a slope. Place the vehicle in neutral and release the brake pedal to see if the vehicle moves normally. This will help determine if a brake is hanging up for you.

Also, does the parking brake work properly? There are brake shoes in the top hat of the rotor. Something may have come apart there as well. See pic 2.

Let me know what you find or if you have other questions.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below.

Hi,

The idea that the sound changes when you apply the brakes is a good indication that is where the problem is.

What I suggest is to safely lift one wheel at a time, remove the tire, and then inspect the brake pads. Most pads will have a squealer/sensor that rubs the rotor to indicate the pads need to be replaced. When you press the brake pedal, it silences the noise.

I attached the directions below for replacing the brake pads specific to your vehicle. Additionally, here is a link that you may find helpful in determining if they actually need replacement:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-front-brake-pads-and-rotors-fwd

Let me know what you find or if you have questions.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below.