parking break 2011 Prius Squeaking Upon exit from vehicle

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by Kthi, Jan 23, 2026 at 1:09 AM.

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  1. Kthi

    Kthi Junior Member

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    my 2011 gen3 chassis squeaks most times I get out of the vehicle with my parking break set. Doesn't do it when I do not apply the parking break.

    Do you think it's as easy as pulling the tire and hitting it with break cleaner? I did the breaks my self last February. And, it was all fine up until around last September.

    I appreciate any input.
     
    #1 Kthi, Jan 23, 2026 at 1:09 AM
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    Did you use the past on the spot where the pads touch the caliper?
     
    #2 ASRDogman, Jan 23, 2026 at 6:41 AM
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    Mendel Leisk MMX GEN III

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    Yeah see the “rear brake drag” link in my signature, (on a phone turn it landscape to see signatures).

    first time I did the rear brakes on our ‘10 I got bit by this; first car I’d had with rear disk brakes, and you HAVE to pay attention to caliper piston orientation, and ensure it’s well seated in that orientation.
     
    #3 Mendel Leisk, Jan 23, 2026 at 7:45 AM
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