Sticking brakes after a car wash

[sr22gts]

The next day after a car wash my 2020 model S does not “creep” when placed on Reverse. You have to accelerate a bit and hear a thud before behaving normal. Anyone have a similar experience?

 

[UkrHog]

It’s absolutely normal after some water settles/dries and causes it to stick. Enjoy your awesome car

 

[DrtyJrze]

Either this is your first car ever in life or you’ve never washed your car before...That’s normal post wash behavior.

Bonus tip: If you don’t charge the battery it will be empty and the car won’t move at all.

 

[sr22gts]

Have had sticking brakes in the past after car washes but this one is X5 in severity. Same car wash, same down time post wash, same roundabout temperatures.

 

[2101Guy]

normal on any car. The "fix". Go drive your car around the block post car wash, use your brakes a few times, then park it.

 

[sr22gts]

Appreciate the responses. I’m good as long as there are no red flags

 

[EVortex]

It happens sometimes after rain, as well. I usually do a few gradual stops prior to pulling into my driveway to remove as much excess water as possible. Maybe an hour later I might pull out and in while braking to remove buildup. It can be a pain, but I don’t like the break free approach. For me, it’s usually the left front that sticks. Annual brake clean can also help.

 

[Seawind300]

Most cars have a locking pin in the transmission for 'park" , these have a dedicated brake caliper set to hold the rear wheels for "park". Wet brakes set over night, will really stick in the morning. The fix?? ... do a few braking stops ( not regen) on the way home from the car wash.

Mike