Grinding noise rear right brake/wheel area

[Shane.]

So about a week ago I noticed an intermittent grinding noise coming from the rear right of the car, it seemed to go away after a while so I figured it was something stuck (they use a lot of grit and sand on the roads here so this happens a lot) however now the problem seems constant it’s louder when braking, don’t know if this could be a pad issue as it’s all the time or maybe a wheel bearing? Going to try and take a look tomorrow not the weather has warmed up a little but any advice would be appreciated

 

[peterk9]

Have you seen this thread? 2011-2015 Ford Explorer: Are Your Rear Brakes Dragging... Most Likely Yes! There are several more on rear brakes. You can use the 'Search' feature to find them.

Peter

 

[Shane.]

I did do a search before and saw the issue but wanted some clarification, I took the wheel off last night and it does look like the piston was stuck and the pad/disc are worn badly. It goes to ford today for the rear toe link recall so will see how much it is to get them to change the pads and discs while I’m there, hopefully I don’t need a new caliper too

 

[peterk9]

I did do a search before and saw the issue but wanted some clarification, I took the wheel off last night and it does look like the piston was stuck and the pad/disc are worn badly. It goes to ford today for the rear toe link recall so will see how much it is to get them to change the pads and discs while I’m there, hopefully I don’t need a new caliper too

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Peter