Clunking, Knocking or Rattling After a Brake Job: Causes and Fixes
Why brakes may clunk, knock, click or rattle after new pads and rotors, including over bumps and after rear work, plus safe checks and when to stop driving.
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Why brakes may clunk, knock, click or rattle after new pads and rotors, including over bumps and after rear work, plus safe checks and when to stop driving.
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P1201 is a manufacturer-specific trouble code. Learn how to confirm its meaning for your vehicle, which symptoms to note and when to get professional testing.
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