52203 State Rd 933 South Bend, IN 46637
Besides your tires, your brakes are doing the most to keep you safe on the road. Without the ability to stop, your vehicle is of little use. Good brakes can be the difference between avoiding an accident and having to shop for a new car.
There are a few parts of your brakes that can have issues; however, the pads and rotors are the two most common. The brake pads sit on either side of the rotor and squeeze the rotor when pressure is applied to the brake pedal. When pressure is applied, hydraulic fluid pushes on hydraulic pistons housed inside a brake caliper.
Brake pads are designed to wear over time. They are made from a material that is sticky but allows for slipping while also being resistant to heat. This material naturally wears away during use, and the pads need to be replaced occasionally.
Brake rotors are the parts that spin with the axle and tire. They are most commonly steel; however, high-end cars may have exotic materials for the rotor. Like the pads, the rotors do wear over time. They can also warp, losing their flatness due to excessive heat, often caused by riding the brakes.
Brake calipers can crack, and pistons can seize, but that is rare compared to parts simply wearing out.
That depends on your driving. For drivers who spend a lot of time in stop-and-go traffic, they may need to replace their brakes sooner. If you hear any squeaking when stopping, you may want to have your brakes checked. It's the same if you feel your brakes are softer to push or notice an increase in stopping distance.
If you need new brakes or want yours inspected, visit Basney BMW. Our technicians can work on all makes and models. If you are at all unsure about your brakes, contact Basney BMW and schedule a service appointment today, and our technicians will give your vehicle an inspection to see if you need new brakes or not.
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52203 State Rd 933
South Bend, IN 46637