Vehicle maintenance is crucial for enjoying a more secure driving experience and predictable repair costs in the long run. Not only does keeping up with maintenance ensure your vehicle functions properly, but it also reduces the likelihood of premature wear to other components. A critical system that requires close attention and regular maintenance is the braking system, so continue reading to find out more about our brake system service and why it’s important to book your service appointment regularly.
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Signs Your Vehicle Needs a Brake System Service
Your vehicle’s brakes will provide various signs when components are worn out or in need of service, allowing you to take your vehicle in for repairs before getting to the point where the braking system fails to stop the vehicle. Continuing to drive after noticing those signs will cause other braking components to be damaged or experience excessive wear, costing you more in the long run. Make sure to promptly bring your vehicle in for service if you notice any of the following signs of bad brakes:
- Extended Braking Distances (Might require simple brake dust cleaning from rotors and pads.)
- Mushy Brake Pedal Feel (Brake fluid is likely contaminated with water and should be flushed.)
- Grinding Noise While Braking (Brake pads are low and should be replaced.)
- Pulsing Brake Pedal (Might be a warped brake rotor causing vibrations when braking.)
- Pulling to When Side When Braking (Stuck caliper piston or rusted sliding pins.)
- Metal Noise When Driving (Brake rotors rusted or brake pads sticking, might need caliper sliding pins relubricated.)
- No Braking Pressure (Brake line might have failed, and fluid leaked out.)
What Goes Into a Brake System Service
First and foremost, your vehicle’s braking system will be inspected to ensure that all major components are functioning correctly and are in good working order. That includes checking the brake lines, calipers, mounting hardware, brackets, and the assisted braking booster. With those components checked and in good working condition, the factory-trained technicians will inspect wear and tear items such as the condition of the brake fluid, pads, and rotors, providing a health check report and advice for which components require immediate attention to restore your vehicle’s braking performance to its original function.
Schedule Your Brake System Services at Rocky Mountain Dodge
Your vehicle’s braking system plays a critical role in keeping you and your loved ones safe while on the road, so don’t neglect booking your brake system service at regular intervals. Contact us at Rocky Mountain Dodge with any questions about your vehicle’s brakes and book an appointment with our friendly Service Department to ensure you enjoy a safer yet more dependable vehicle for your upcoming driving adventures.