When you own a car one of the most important factors is having brakes that work properly. Having quality brakes ensures your car can stop when prompted, thus offering you a smoother and safer driving experience. However, over time the quality of your brakes may decrease. When this happens it's important to get your brakes serviced so you can enjoy optimal performance.
Signs that Your Vehicle Needs Brake Repair
There are a few key signs to note that may indicate your brakes aren't performing at their best.Â
When your brakes are put under too much tension over a long period of time, they may overheat. This can reduce their ability to slow down as quickly as you'd like. Overtime with lots of use, your brakes may wear out and need to be replaced.Â
Another sign of decreased brake quality is hearing squealing noises indicating a stick-slip. This occurs when small vibrations are "microphoned" by the brake rotor which amplifies the sound.Â
Brake fluid gives the signal to the calipers when you motion to slow down and stop your vehicle. This fluid is under high pressure within the brake lines, so in the case of a line break, the pressure will decrease and you won't be able to slow down as quickly.Â
In the case this should happen, you may feel a "sponginess" when you press down on the brakes. The best course of action is to pull over to examine the situation and then to bring your vehicle in to be looked at by our team of technicians.Â
Excellent Brake service in Portage, MI
Our technicians are trained and knowledgeable, ready to provide you with the best brake service in the area. Whether you need a brake inspection or a brake replacement, we can get your vehicle serviced efficiently so you can get back on the road in no time. Contact us to schedule maintenance today!Â
