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5 Signs It's Time for Brake Replacement
Posted: Feb 13, 2013
Author: Country Town Tire & Auto Service Center
Brake replacement is nothing to be delayed. No one wants to be in a position where he or she is unable to efficiently slow down or stop his or her vehicle. Additionally, early recognition of the need for a brake job can save you endless hassle, stress, and money that could result from neglect and lack of maintenance. In the interest of safer driving everywhere, here are 5 signs that your car may need brake replacement:
- Brakes squealing: the most common and easiest to acknowledge sign that your vehicle needs brake replacement is the squealing of the brakes when being applied. Brake manufacturers purposely attach a piece of metal called a wear indicator to the brake pad which, when the pad wears down, contacts the rotor and makes the squealing sound. When you hear it, it's time for a brake replacement with no delay. This is the first and easiest sign to look for.
- Scores on the rotor surface: If your brake pads wear down enough, deep grooves called scores will appear on the surface of the rotors. If left unattended long enough, the scores will become very deep, and you may need to replace the entire rotor, which can be very expensive. However, these grooves are only visible when the brake system is taken partially apart.
- Leaks in the brake lines: Looking at the brake lines for leaks or cracks is a good preventative measure to make sure your brakes don't fail completely. When replacing or examining any brake pads and/rotors, give a quick examination to the brake lines. If you find a fault, it's time for immediate replacement.
- Stopping takes longer: When your car begins taking longer to slow down or come to a stop, it's time to take the vehicle in for brake replacement. Sometimes other signs don't become apparent until it's too late, and the brakes can fail completely. Keep an eye out for the effectiveness of your brake pedal.
- More play in the brake pedal: If your brake pedal becomes spongy or less responsive, it can be a sign that your master cylinder is going bad. This is a critical issue and is frequently indicative of a pending brake system failure. When your brake pedal becomes less responsive, it's time for brake replacement as soon as possible.
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