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Ever since my father had his last brake job on his 2008 Chrysler Town and Country, a very noticeable rattling noise appeared coming from the back right side of the van.

I was thinking that it was a suspension issue because the noise is heard whenever the van is driven over a bump or small pothole. So I was thinking maybe a worn bushing or strut or something loose. But then my father showed me that when the brakes are pressed even slightly while driving on a bumpy road or a pothole, there is no noise?

What are some possible issues that could be causing this?

What should I check?

Already checked the bushings and they seem fine.

tlhIngan
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Sounds like a loose caliper or sticky guide pin. Take them all apart and really grease them replace the boots as necessary.

Kelly Medley
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Missing brake pad hardware would cause this type of rattle that goes away during braking.

The brake shims or "brake pad fitting kit" might not have been fitted during the last brake job. They should be replaced with each brake job but reusing the old ones if they are in good condition shouldn't create this noise.

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