Brake Maintenance Service.

**THOROUGH BRAKE CARE IN YOUR COMMUNITY**

Your brakes are one of the most critical safety features of your vehicle. They enable you to stop your car or truck swiftly and efficiently, ensuring you can easily halt at traffic lights and navigate turns without colliding with the vehicle ahead. However, compromised brakes can lead to perilous situations.

**Warning Signs & Common Brake Issues:**

Several indicators can signal that your brakes are in trouble, including:

- A SQUEALING OR SQUEAKING NOISE

- GRINDING WHEN COMING TO A STOP

- SHAKING STEERING COLUMN

- SPONGY BRAKE PEDAL

- YOUR VEHICLE PULLS TO ONE SIDE WHEN BRAKING

- YOUR CAR SHIMMERS OR VIBRATES AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS

Typically, brake issues arise from worn brake pads or rotors. When you apply the brakes, your brake pads create friction to decelerate your vehicle, while the rotors dissipate heat to prevent overheating. Both components are crucial for effective braking. Thankfully, if either part is damaged, we can replace it.

Brake problems may also stem from low brake fluid. This fluid is essential for converting the force you apply on the brake pedal into the heightened pressure needed to slow or stop your vehicle. Additionally, it protects the internal metal components from corrosion.

**How We Can Assist You**

As your trusted automotive partners, we strive to provide comprehensive brake services, conducting a complete inspection before diagnosing and resolving any issues.

During our brake inspection, we assess the following:

- BRAKE PAD THICKNESS

- CALIPERS

- BRAKE/HYDRAULIC FLUID (LEVEL AND CONDITION)

- BRAKE HOSES—WHICH OFTEN WEAR OUT AND REQUIRE REGULAR CHECKS

- BRAKE HARDWARE

- ROTOR WEAR

When servicing your vehicle, we always present you with a clear summary of required repairs, including a detailed breakdown of parts and labor costs. Your vehicle maintenance decisions are completely yours, and we will never proceed without your approval.

**Driving Habits and Preventative Care**

You can prolong the lifespan of your brakes—both pads and rotors—through consistent maintenance and by adjusting your driving habits. Make sure to service your brakes promptly if you notice any symptoms and replace your brake fluid as advised by your vehicle’s manufacturer. Minimize wear and tear by steering clear of heavy stop-and-go traffic and keeping your vehicle load light.