There are three parts to your your brakes: the brake disc or rotor, brake pads, and brake calipers. When you push on you brakes, brake fluid pushes the brakes against the brake rotor surface. The resulting friction causes your vehicle to slow down or stop.
Do I need to get my brakes serviced?
- If it takes you longer to stop than normal, you should have your brakes serviced.
- If you hear a weird noise when you apply your brakes, you should have your brakes serviced.
- If the vehicle pulls more to one side than the other, you should have your brakes serviced.
When I get my brakes replaced, what does that consist of?
- Typically your brake pads will be replaced since they are important to making you vehicle stop properly. They also absorb the most friction in the braking process, there for wearing quickly. Regular brake pad replacement keeps your brake disc or brake rotor last longer.
- Brake fluid needs to be replaced according to your Owner's Manual recommendations.
- Over time your brake disc or rotor will wear out and need replaced as well.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Why are my brakes making a funny noise? Poor brake pads can cause a grinding noise and are a clear sign your brake pads need replaced.
- How often should I change my brake fluid? Your owner's manual will indicate how frequently your brake fluid should be replaced.
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