Brake pads wear out – that’s just what they do. They’re designed to do so. After many miles of repetitive use and general wear and tear, they’ll need to be replaced with new brake pads, in order to ensure safe operation of your vehicle’s braking system. Regardless of the quality of the material of brake pads you have, your brake pads eventually wear thin, meaning that it will become more difficult to effectively stop your vehicle, and can increase your stopping distance. Fortunately, whether you’re needing to replace your front or rear brakes, you will be able to notice the warning signs well in advance.
Most modern-day vehicles come equipped with a system that will sense when your brake pads are wearing down, and will either notify you by a light on your dashboard or a message upon startup. If your vehicle doesn’t come equipped with such a system, though, the warning signs to look for are pretty obvious. Some brake systems have metal pieces attached to the brake pads which will make a sound to indicate that they are wearing thin. While this sound is initially harmless and is just a warning, neglecting to get your brake pads could be disastrous. The real problems begin when you notice that your brakes make a grinding or grumbling sound when applied. This may mean that one or all of your brake pads are totally gone, and further use of the brakes in this situation can lead to massive damage to your brake rotors. If you should notice any of these signs, take heed of the warnings and save yourself some cash by having preventative maintenance performed immediately.
Regardless of whether or need to replace your front or rear brake pads, the warning signs will be the same. If you find yourself in need of replacement brake pads, scheduling a service appointment with the professionals at Hibdon Auto Center is the way to go. Our service department is staffed with highly trained professionals equipped for brake pad replacement (front and rear).
One of the other major benefits of scheduling a service appointment with Hibdon Auto Center in Orland, CA, is that you can schedule your appointment online. This service is offered as a stress-free way of getting your vehicle in and out of service as quickly as possible. If you prefer to do business over the phone, call our service department as soon as you notice problems with your brake pads, and we’ll get your scheduled in time to have them replaced.
