Your car will be thoroughly checked when it is serviced; this will include testing and taking a look at your brakes. However, sometimes something happens, and your brakes need another check between services. There are a number of signs that your brakes need servicing to look out for.
31st October 2024
Brakes are a pivotal part of your car, so it is important that you look after them. So, when you start noticing signs that they might need attention, you need to book an appointment for a mechanic to take a look.
At Sunrise MOT and Servicing Centre, we are the leading car specialists in Blandford. We have been helping locals ensure their brakes are in top shape for over 20 years and, in that time, have worked on a range of vehicles. Our mechanics can diagnose and resolve all brake issues efficiently, keeping costs and time as low as possible so you can get back to living your life safely.
In this blog, we share the signs that tell you your brakes need servicing.
One of the most common signs that your brakes need servicing is noise when you use them.
There are several noises to listen out for:
This likely means that the material on your brake pads has worn through, so the brake pads are now in direct contact with the brake disc.
If you hear any of these sounds, you should book an appointment with a garage to have your brakes looked at immediately, as the brake pads are likely to need replacing.
You might notice that your car takes longer to slow down or stop. This can be another sign that your brakes need a service.
It is worth noting that there are many factors to slowing down or stopping, with tyre health, vehicle size, road conditions, and pressure you apply will all impact the performance.
However, you will know what is average for your car and the pressure you apply to your brakes. Plus, you should know the state of your tyres, so if you notice that it is taking longer to slow down, it is worth booking your car in to have the brakes checked.
Another giveaway that your brakes need checking is the light on your dashboard.
The light can be triggered by a number of things; maybe it is set to illuminate at certain mileage or as a routine notification to get you to check the condition of the brake system.
Either way, you should make sure the braking system is serviced if and when the light on your dashboard comes on.
In some cases, where you do a lot of long-distance driving, this light may be inaccurate, as you hit mileage but use the brakes infrequently compared to a city driver in heavy traffic. However, it is recommended that you still get the brakes serviced - just to be on the safe side.
So, now you know what the signs are for your brakes needing a service, you might be wondering what the fixes are.
There is a whole system behind the brakes that comprises several components working together to stop the car.
The signals that your brakes need a service could mean any of the parts need replacing.
Common replacements include:
While not common, there are other fixes that might be needed within the more mechanical aspect of the braking system. These could include resolving issues with your master cylinder, brake lines, callipers, and more.
The technicians at Sunrise MOT and Servicing Centre are expert mechanics with experience working on all types of vehicles.
When you book a brakes service with our team, you can be sure they will be able to find and fix the problem efficiently.
Our brakes services are comprehensive, so while we might know what is causing the issue, we will always take time to double-check each part of the system to make sure the rest of it is functioning as it should.
Trust our team to keep you and your passengers safe with quick brake services and quality repairs.
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