screeching sounding brakes

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Asked by Christian Sep 08, 2011 at 11:52 AM about the Chevrolet Prizm

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

The first time i brake after starting my car the brakes make a horrible screeching sound, but its only the first time i brake and then after that its fine. what do you think could be the problem? and is it something that if i leave too long that will come back to get me? thanks

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Dobermann answered about a year ago

Your rotors are being scrubbed of by the brake pads. High quality rotors and pads will eliminate that problem.

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