Brake Shudder

[happyaussie]

Was driving my wifes one year old Honda City the other day and was surprised that when I braked hard there was an unusual shudder. Almost as though the caliper was jumping. I now worry that under an emergency stop they may fail.

No doubt I'll get this checked at it's next service. But was wondering if others had experienced the same thing. And maybe other City owners should have their brakes checked. It only happens under heavy braking.

[transam]

Sounds like ABS system pulsating BUT take it in for a check up.

[happyaussie]

Sounds like ABS system pulsating BUT take it in for a check up.

Thanks Transam. Your right, it could be ABS. Wasn't aware it had it. I remember having the same issues on Fortuna. It's a bit disconcerting if your not familiar with how it works. But just in case I'll get it checked out anyway. Thanks again

[tutsiwarrior]

useta be that brake shuddering was caused by uneven wear on the brake linings but this was before ABS...

[Kwasaki]

Sounds like ABS system pulsating BUT take it in for a check up.

First time I experienced ABS on the Vigo I thought it was going to fall apart.

Is that a new V8 picture ?

[transam]

Sounds like ABS system pulsating BUT take it in for a check up.

First time I experienced ABS on the Vigo I thought it was going to fall apart.

Is that a new V8 picture ?

Had to settle for that avatar pic as l cannot set from my end. BUT, the same engine.

[kartman]

Sounds like ABS system pulsating BUT take it in for a check up.

First time I experienced ABS on the Vigo I thought it was going to fall apart.

Is that a new V8 picture ?

Had to settle for that avatar pic as l cannot set from my end. BUT, the same engine.

Which also makes a car shake but correctly .

[jonw8uk]

Could also be that the discs are warped.

perform an emergency stop somewhere safe; really stand on the breaks so that you do activate the ABS.

I've experienced both, and they don't feel the same.

[transam]

Could also be that the discs are warped.

perform an emergency stop somewhere safe; really stand on the breaks so that you do activate the ABS.

I've experienced both, and they don't feel the same.

Easy test for warped disc(s) is to drive and just touch the brake pedal very lightly and you will feel the pedal move up and down slightly cos of distortion, if they are naff.