Your brakes are one of the essential features of your vehicle, as they are the only way that you can slow down and stop your car. Although they are so important, they can be overlooked. Without brakes, you and your car are in danger. As your Chrysler dealer, we care very much for the safety of both you and your vehicle, and these are some of the signs that you need a brake repair.
4 Signs Your Car Could Use a Brake Repair at Your Chrysler Dealer
Brake Light Comes On
If the brake light lights up and you haven’t applied your brakes, this is a warning that there is an issue with your braking system. For safety, we always recommend that you bring your car to our service department so that we can identify and resolve the issue as soon as possible. The longer that the issue persists, the greater the chance that your brakes may fail when you need them most.
Brake Fluid Leak
Any fluid leak from your car is a cause for concern, and if you apply your brakes and they feel soft, the most likely cause is a brake fluid leak. The master brake cylinder provides the power for your brakes and the reservoir for the brake fluid. When you apply your brakes, fluid is forced through the brake hoses to apply the pressure to activate your brakes. If this fluid level is low, your brakes will be less responsive.
Screeching Brakes
The friction coating on your brake pads provides a built-in early warning when they need to be changed. As you use your brakes, the friction material starts to wear out, When this material has worn down enough, it reveals a metal piece that will screech when your brakes are applied. Although the noise sounds awful, it doesn’t mean that your brakes are going to suddenly fail. If you hear a screeching sound from your brakes, contact our service department and we will investigate. If your brake pads have worn, we can easily replace them with new OEM ones.
Grinding Sound From the Brakes
A grinding sound is far more serious than a screeching sound, as it means that the friction material on your brake pads has worn off. Without the material protection, the brake pads will grind against the metal rotors and scour them. If you continue to drive with grinding brakes, at the very least your rotors will need to be replaced, and you can cause even more serious damage to your car.
For safety, it’s essential that your braking system always works perfectly. Good brakes can save you from a potential accident. If you have any of these signs of a brake problem call us immediately at Bill Snethkamp CDJR. Our highly qualified technicians will be happy to check your braking system, and we will repair or replace any damaged or worn components. We have served the Detroit area since 1926, and you can rely on our exceptional service.
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