5 Signs It's Time to Replace Your Brake Pads

One of the most important features of your car is your brakes. In order for you as well as others to remain safe on the road it&#;s imperative that you check how well your brakes are performing. As a rule of thumb, brake pads should be replaced about every 50,000 miles. However, every car is different and there are a variety of warning signs that can indicate you may need new brake pads.

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Here are 5 signs it&#;s time to replace your brake pads:

Squeaking or Squealing Noise Coming From Brakes

The first sign that it&#;s time to replace your brake pads is if you hear persistent squeaking or squealing. Although squeaky brakes can be normal in some weather conditions&#;rain, for example&#;having squeaky brakes during every weather condition indicates there may be a problem. If your brakes are squeaking persistently it&#;s time to have your car and brakes evaluated by a professional.

Indicator Light Turns On

Another sign that it&#;s time to replace your brake pads is when the indicator light turns on. In some models of cars there is a sensor on the bake pad that will trigger when the brake pads become worn down. If your brake light turns on, you need to get a professional to take a look at your brake pads and make a recommendation on how soon to replace them.

Deep Grinding Metal Sound

If you hear a deep grinding metal sound, that&#;s another indication that it&#;s time to replace your brake pads. On some brake pads, small metal ridges will be put into the bottom of the pad as a way to make a loud noise and alert the driver that it&#;s time to get new brake pads. If you hear this deep grinding sound make sure to take your car to an auto professional right away. If you let the metal ridges grind on other metal areas of your tire it could create much more damage causing you to need more extensive repairs and replacements than just brake pads.

Vibrating Brake Pedal

A fourth sign that it might be time to replace your brake pads is a vibrating brake pedal. If it is challenging to stop your car with your current brake pedal and it vibrates or feels unsteady as you press down, this means that your brake pads have worn out. A vibrating brake pedal is not normal and in order to avoid any further damage to your car or a potential accident, it&#;s important to have your car checked right away.

Brake Pads Appear Less Than A ¼ Inch Thick

A final way to analyze whether it&#;s time to replace your brake pads is to simply look at them. By looking between the spokes on your wheels you should be able to locate the brake pad on the rotor of the tire. If it appears less than a ¼ inch thick, that&#;s likely an indication that they need to be replaced soon.

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One way to prolong the life of your brakes is to have your tires rotated every 6 months. This will prevent one particular area of your tires from becoming worn down. Taking the proper steps to ensure your brake pads are still effectively working as well as getting them changed regularly will help you prevent more substantial brake damage. By keeping an eye on these signs of worn down brake pads, you can be proactive and save money in the long run. If you need to have your brake pads examined due to the above five signs, or if you have other reasons for concerns, contact H&H Mobil for all your brake needs.

• Your brake pedal is vibrating &#; Brake pedal vibration points to worn brake pads, but it also indicates issues with your rotor. Pedal vibration can make it harder to brake and can increase stopping time. If you feel your brake pedal vibrating, it&#;s likely time to think about replacing your brakes.

When Should I Change My Rotors?

Rotors are what physically bring your car to a stop when the brake pads clamp down on them. They&#;re disposable and have a wide range of life expectancies anywhere between 15,000 and 70,000 miles. Brake pads play a big role in determining how long a brake rotor will last. Every time a pad clamps down on a rotor, it erodes part of that rotor, visible in the form of brake dust. Aggressive pads with a large clamping force will wear away rotors far faster than other pads.

• Rotors are stained or &#;dishing&#; &#; There are a number of visual signs that can tell you it&#;s time to replace your rotors. Blue rings and spotting begin to appear when your rotors are unable to effectively dissipate heat. &#;Dishing&#; takes place when your rotors are worn away unevenly. This can result in your rotors having a slightly concave surface. You can touch your rotors (after they&#;ve cooled down) to check them for dishing.
  
  
• The steering wheel shudders &#; Shudder&#;a pulsing vibration that can be felt through the steering wheel&#;is a sign that your rotors need to be replaced. Shudder often takes place when rotors in poor condition are warped. Brake pads make contact with the rotor across its uneven contour, causing a pulsing shudder. Shudder might also indicate unbalanced tires, so be sure to check for other signs of rotor wear before replacing them.

When Should I Change My Brake Calipers? 

Your brake calipers house the brake pads. Hydraulic pressure on the calipers is what actually causes the brake pads to clamp on the rotor. Calipers are built to handle the stress, but their seals are made of rubber and will harden and break down over time. You should start thinking about replacing your calipers every five to 10 years to be safe. But how can you tell when your calipers are worn out?

• Calipers show signs of corrosion &#; If your car is five to seven years old and has more than 70,000 miles on it, it&#;s a good idea to give your calipers a careful inspection to see what condition they&#;re in. Corrosion is the biggest risk when it comes to calipers. Because of the extreme conditions they operate in, any moisture that builds up in and around your calipers turns to steam, then condenses again. Steam and constant temperature changes corrode the caliper assembly and attack the seals. If there are clear signs of corrosion, rust or leakage you&#;ll want to replace your calipers, even if you aren&#;t experiencing brake issues.
  
  
• Car drifts while braking &#; Drifting to one side while braking is a dangerous consequence of worn-out brake calipers. Worn calipers seize up, causing brake pads to apply pressure unevenly to rotors. This can cause your car to move unprompted toward one side or the other when breaking. If you ever experience this, new calipers&#;and possibly a whole new brake assembly&#;are likely required.

Your car&#;s brake assembly works under tremendous pressure and heat. Every time you hit the brakes, you&#;re wearing out your braking parts a little more. Your brakes will give you clear signals that it&#;s time to replace them, though, so it&#;s always a good idea to keep an eye out for signs that your assembly needs attention.

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