IS220d brakes/suspension noise

[blackcts]

Hi all,

My IS220d was just serviced by an indie at 87k and had brembo pads fitted all round with brake fluid change.  The car drives and brakes superbly but since the service I have noticed a rattle from the drivers side suspension when going over any kind of rough road.  At first I thought it was drop links but the mechanic said the car was 100% after the service.  I had a quick look at the suspension and as far as I could tell everything looked spot on (although im not a mechanic). 

I then noticed applying any kind of brake pressure stops the rattling when going over bumpy roads.

Any ideas?

Cheers

 

[johnatg]

Slight seizure of the caliper piston or dirty/sticky slide pins. First thing to be checked is the slide pins - they should be spotless and lubricated.

Or something amiss in the installation of the pads. Were both shims fitted? There are two shims on each pad - they have to be transferred from the old pads. Mechanics etc often leave out one or both shims. If the pads have anti-squeal backing (a sort of rubbery coating) you don't need the shims.

[Linas.P]

I was about to point out shims... usually indies don't know what they are for and throw them away. As well did they thoughtfully cleaned the hubs?

[blackcts]

Cheers I've been told I need a new Caliper Mount and bolts which is about £190 including vat!!! Does anyone have any suggestions?

 

Thanks!!