03 new Beetle Turbo
48k
After coming to a complete stop after going approx. 40+ mph, there is a strange motorized noise that comes from the trunk. It is kind of a "winding down" sound followed by a thunk.
The noise is similar to the noise the trunk makes when it opens, minus the thunk.
Any ideas?

 

Shanda let me know when you find out. alderete74@yahoo.com

Here are my circumstances

I just bought a 2002 VW 1.8 Turbo Auto Beetle76K . If I haven't
applied the brakes for a period of about 10 Min and then brake I get
this strange noise from the rear of the car when I am almost at a
complete stop. The noise sounds like a windshield wiper making a pass
with no water on the windshield. It lasts about two seconds. If I were
to brake immediately after the noise it will not repeat itself until
after about another 10 min with no braking, then it returns. It
happens ONLY when I push the brakes.

The pads are at 60%, the rotors are smooth to the eye and touch, the
bearings are also ok. I also checked the trunk/spare to make sure
there wasn't something moving around.

Could it be the ABS sensor or a caliper going out?

Your thougths on this are greatly appreciated

Greg

 

perfect description