How often do you commute on Cutler Street? If you’ve been driving your car every day, you should consider having the brakes changed at some point. That’s because the units behind the wheels will eventually lose their effectiveness. The timeline could be tricky, so our Watertown Mitsubishi team created this guide to help identify when you should swap out old pads for new ones.
Brake pads are components that fit inside containers called calipers. Whenever you press the braking pedal, the latter parts will push the padding to metallic discs known as rotors. This ultimately slows down the vehicle or brings it to a complete halt. In addition to stopping power, the modules are designed to reduce impact during incidents on the road or prevent them altogether. As time goes on, these units may encounter excessive wear and lose their efficacy. Fortunately, there are signs that alert you about receiving assistance for brake pads. Always be vigilant if you notice them, so you’re able to keep your car in optimal condition while traveling in the Watertown area and beyond.
The brake pads on your car can last 30,000 to 70,000 miles. However, the duration of these parts is greatly determined by how much you drive. In between the expected lifespan, you may encounter issues with these units. While you’re cruising on Grand Army of the Republic Highway or any other path, listen for screeching or grinding sounds. These noises may be from worn pads. Sometimes, the vehicle takes longer to stop, which is another symptom to look out for. Burning smells can happen as well, and it usually comes from leaking brake fluid. When this occurs, you should schedule an appointment with our service center. That way, you’ll be able to decrease the risk of an accident.
While changing the brake pads is simple for our Service Department technicians, it can be a long process. First, all of the wheels have to be removed from the car. Next, our mechanics will loosen the bolts on the calipers to release the brake units. The components are checked for density to see if they are indeed too worn. If so, our Parts Department will work with the service professionals to get modules that fit your model. We can recommend organic, metallic, or ceramic brake pads, but it’s up to you to choose which type is best for your car. Finally, the new padding is installed in all the calipers, and the wheels are placed back in their proper position. The brakes are tested, and our team will return the vehicle to you.
