CAMARO6 - View Single Post - Front pads sticking to rotor after wet and sitting

theCATALYST · 08-21-2020, 06:52 AM

I could use some help with this.

I sold my 2SS and purchased a 2018 CLA45 AMG. This car automatically applies the parking brake when you shut the car off. Problem with this is, I work offshore, and the car sits parked for 4 weeks periods in the weather. When I return to the car, I find that that over this 4 week period the brake pads have rusted to the rotors. not allowing them to disengage. I can place into drive and reach over 3k RPM without breaking them free. It takes some work (forward and reverse) to finally get them to break free so I can drive off.

1) I am concerned that doing this will damage the brake pads or other components.
2) The car is parked on a gravel parking lot, once the pads break free, tires spin and rocks fly which can cause damage to other parked vehicles.
3) The parking lot is very small, and when pads break free the car will surge forward and can easily strike another parked car.

Can I do anything to alleviate this issue? Is there a way to free the pads from the rotors without just getting on the accelerator and hoping for the best?

08-21-2020, 06:52 AM	#15
theCATALYST @V3NOM.SS Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Bay City, Texas Posts: 217	I could use some help with this. I sold my 2SS and purchased a 2018 CLA45 AMG. This car automatically applies the parking brake when you shut the car off. Problem with this is, I work offshore, and the car sits parked for 4 weeks periods in the weather. When I return to the car, I find that that over this 4 week period the brake pads have rusted to the rotors. not allowing them to disengage. I can place into drive and reach over 3k RPM without breaking them free. It takes some work (forward and reverse) to finally get them to break free so I can drive off. 1) I am concerned that doing this will damage the brake pads or other components. 2) The car is parked on a gravel parking lot, once the pads break free, tires spin and rocks fly which can cause damage to other parked vehicles. 3) The parking lot is very small, and when pads break free the car will surge forward and can easily strike another parked car. Can I do anything to alleviate this issue? Is there a way to free the pads from the rotors without just getting on the accelerator and hoping for the best? Attached Images __________________ American Authority - ZL1 Conversion Front Bumper, ZL1 Hood, ZL1 Cannards, ZL1 Side Skirts, ZL1 inspired Hood, Rear Valance w/ Diffuser, darkened LED side markers, C7 Fender Vents, 1/4 Window Scoops, Fuel Lid, Tow Hook Vertini 20x10.5/20x9.5 RF1.1 Gloss Black wheels R1Concepts Geomet Drilled/Slotted Rotors, Ceramic Barke Pads Mishimoto - Cold Air Intake (RED), Catch Can (RED) BMR - Strut Tower Brace (RED) GM Darkened Taillights, ZL1 1LE 3rd Brake Light[/SIZE]