Question: I had my brakes replaced within the past six months. This week, they started squeaking and making noise. What would be causing that when the brakes are so new? Answer: Sometimes brake noise is a warning sign that your brakes need prompt attention. At other times, there may not be anything wrong at all. In your […]
The brakes are a major component of any functional vehicle and it is important to keep a check on them at all times. This is why preventative maintenance goes a long way. Here is a look at what needs to be done to keep the braking system in good shape. Do it Right, Not DIY […]
Anyone who’s ever worked as a car mechanic has seen what happens when people forget to replace the brake pads and brake hardware at the intended time. Sometimes the pad is worn so badly that the metal plate has slipped off the caliper, causing it to overextend and lock the wheels. Sometimes the piston shatters in the […]
The brake caliper is a component in the brake assembly where the pads and pistons are housed. If you have a stuck or hanging brake caliper, the brake pad won’t disengage from the brake rotor surface. This situation leaves you feeling like you are driving with the brakes slightly applied at all times because they […]
Generally speaking, most drivers, on any given day, pay little if any attention their brakes. That is until something goes wrong—a squealing or grinding noise, the feel of a soft brake pedal, a strange smell or one of those annoying lights glowing on the dashboard. Today’s brake systems, especially since the 2004 mandate that all […]
Your car brakes are the most important part of your vehicle. Your family’s safety is determined by whether or not your brakes are working optimally. Brakes that are worn out, or are not in the best of conditions, are one of the leading causes of fatal accidents. Fortunately, there are ways you can identify if […]
Your car’s brakes are among the most important features for your safety. They are a critical auto part on your vehicle. But how much do you really know about them? Do you know how they function? Do you know how they are maintained? Learn all about your car’s brakes below. How Brakes Work Your cars […]
