Mine just started squealing also. I saw a video on here awhile back where the
poster fixed it with a coating made by Mercedes applied to the back of the pads.
I always wave and tell them they have a really nice car. The looks on their faces
are priceless. Some are really cool and we talk for a minute. Its the tailgaters I hate.
I never race, have nothing to prove.
I have the same ones on my shelby and they are not quiet. I am
not sure what a bending noise is, but I close my hood slow and easy.
I think the shocks make some noise.
I used a flex funnel for about 15 bucks and did not spill a drop.
Wanted to buy from Pilotgore, but he wanted to sell me more
than just just the drain funnel and If I remember correct, it was
around 70.
Oil analysis is the only way your going to know for sure. I would
get it done asap. It also would give give you documentation for
getting help with the dealer if there is a problem.