Missing Brake Service?
The braking system is the most critical safety system of your vehicle. Regular brake service will keep your vehicle operating safely with fully functioning brakes. However, some drivers ignore basic brake service because it seems like an inconvenience and they think they are saving a little extra money. Then, all of a sudden, they have trouble stopping in good time due to failing brakes. They are putting the safety of themselves, passengers, and other motorists or pedestrians at risk. So this doesn't happen to you, don't put off professional brake service.
To check the safety of your brakes, conduct the following test to see how your brakes perform when stepping on the brake pedal:
- Does your vehicle keep traveling? Your brakes may need an adjustment, or possibly new linings.
- Does your vehicle pull to one side or the other? This can be caused by a stuck caliper and fluid leak.
- Do you feel the brake pedal pulsating? This can be caused by overused brakes that overheat.
- Do you feel the steering wheel vibrate? The front discs need to be professionally machined or replaced.
- Do you hear a squealing sound? Squealing can be caused by several issues--the linings are worn and need to be replaced; the drum or disc needs to be machined; the front disc pads are loose or missing their anti-rattle clips; the hardware that attaches the calipers is worn, or the linings are of inferior quality.
- Do you hear a grinding noise felt in the brake pedal? Grinding brakes are caused by excessively worn linings which allow the metal part of the pad to come in contact with the disc or drum. This problem can quickly ruin the most expensive mechanical parts of the brake system. Stop driving immediately and have your vehicle towed to an auto shop.
- Does your vehicle bounce up and down when stopping? The shock absorbers may need to be replaced.
Note: There are several issues that may keep your vehicle from operating, but brake trouble compromises the complete safety of your vehicle.
Need professional advice about brakes? Contact our ASE Certified Technicians at Rum River Automotive by calling (763) 389-3811, or go online at https://www.rumriverauto.com/ for more information about brake service. Since 1997, our auto shop has served vehicle owners in Princeton, MN and in the surrounding areas of Milaca, MN, and Zimmerman, MN.
The braking system is the most critical safety system of your vehicle. Regular brake service will keep your vehicle operating safely with fully functioning brakes. However, some drivers ignore basic brake service because it seems like an inconvenience and they think they are saving a little extra money. Then, all of a sudden, they have trouble stopping in good time due to failing brakes. They are putting the safety of themselves, passengers, and other motorists or pedestrians at risk. So this doesn't happen to you, don't put off professional brake service.
To check the safety of your brakes, conduct the following test to see how your brakes perform when stepping on the brake pedal:
- Does your vehicle keep traveling? Your brakes may need an adjustment, or possibly new linings.
- Does your vehicle pull to one side or the other? This can be caused by a stuck caliper and fluid leak.
- Do you feel the brake pedal pulsating? This can be caused by overused brakes that overheat.
- Do you feel the steering wheel vibrate? The front discs need to be professionally machined or replaced.
- Do you hear a squealing sound? Squealing can be caused by several issues--the linings are worn and need to be replaced; the drum or disc needs to be machined; the front disc pads are loose or missing their anti-rattle clips; the hardware that attaches the calipers is worn, or the linings are of inferior quality.
- Do you hear a grinding noise felt in the brake pedal? Grinding brakes are caused by excessively worn linings which allow the metal part of the pad to come in contact with the disc or drum. This problem can quickly ruin the most expensive mechanical parts of the brake system. Stop driving immediately and have your vehicle towed to an auto shop.
- Does your vehicle bounce up and down when stopping? The shock absorbers may need to be replaced.
Note: There are several issues that may keep your vehicle from operating, but brake trouble compromises the complete safety of your vehicle.
Need professional advice about brakes? Contact our ASE Certified Technicians at Rum River Automotive by calling (763) 389-3811, or go online at https://www.rumriverauto.com/ for more information about brake service. Since 1997, our auto shop has served vehicle owners in Princeton, MN and in the surrounding areas of Milaca, MN, and Zimmerman, MN.
