The brake pad shims are a vital part of the vehicle and have the task of preventing braking noise.
Brake pad shims functionThe brake pad shim has the job of preventing abnormal brake noise and this component is in the middle of the caliper and pads to prevent contact from happening. The shim has the responsibility of keeping them aligned with each other so that they operate without making noise. The brake shims are composed of either rubber or metal and sometimes the brake pads come attached to the shim.
Common problems with a defective brake pad shimA faulty brake pad shim can excessive brake noise, rattling, or lack of response when depressing brakes.