Squeaky Brake Pedal? Have tried WD40 but can’t seem to find exact spot to spray.

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    mainestreamrob Junior Member

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    Hello! I am looking for advice on how to fix this squeaking noise coming from my brake pedal. It’s been going on for months and starting to get super annoying. I am certain it’s coming from somewhere in the video(brake pedal components) yet I’ve sprayed WD40 into the black rubber bushing and on a few other components and nothing has seem to done anything. Does anyone have any suggestions? Also I am not referring to the humming noise, specifically the squeak. I’m about to give up..
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    Thanks!



     
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    I saw this after reading your post in a recommended box of videos to watch next on YouTube. It's from O'Reillys and the clutch sounds like your pedal. Hope it helps..

     
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    The original poster actually has been on here fairly recently so he might see your answer.

    NOTE: Original formula WD40 is NOT a good lubricant.
    It was not designed for that.
     
    #4 sam spade 2, Aug 16, 2023
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    Second Sam's comment. Original formula WD-40 will dry out the connection surfaces and make the squeaking worse over the long run. Use a proper lubricant.

    Use something like spray on Lithium grease, or this:

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    I never saw your reply but appreciate it. Interestingly I had a muffler issue and they checked my brakes which needed to be done. To my surprise the sound went away! So if I ever have a noisy pedal when depressed I’ll know what it means. I’ll also remember about WD 40. Thank you
     
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    Great video Thanks!
     
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