Personally, I use this trick. I just grind them on the concrete at a 45 degree angle, or thereabouts, as far down and close to the metal as I can. I do both leading and trailing edge, so I don't get squeal in reverse. Never have to mess with them again until time for replacement.
Ill try that.. i went to the part store and to get some of those clips and they thought i was speaking a differnt language. They tried to tell me if they dont come on brand new pads they are not supposed to be there.... ill try a differnt parts store tomorow.
They aren't usually on all the pads, but when you buy set of 2, one will have it. Set of 4, 2 will have them. Install one pad with the wear-detector clip on each wheel. I think you typically install them on the inside of the two pads. Someone further up said the same thing, if I am not mistaken. Be sure you are shopping at a reputable or semi-reputable (NAPA, AutoZone, or better) shop. You shouldn't get blank stares on this...it is a normal, everyday item that anyone who has done or sold brake parts knows about, even if you describe it to them in vague terms, not knowing the correct terms and names. (I am not even sure if "wear indicator clips" is correct, but everyone knows what I am talking about. I think I have referred to them as "squeal clips" and they understood!)
squeal Also - just a thought - did you put a little moly grease in all the right spots? If the pad can't move they will get in a slight angle and make noise.
