Mercedes-Benz Brampton
10 Coachworks Crescent, Brampton, Ontario, L6R 3Y2
Car maintenance can be a tricky proposition. Sometimes you know exactly when to take your vehicle in to be serviced, other times not so much. Brake pads for example, can be tricky to figure out if they need to be replaced or not. That’s why our Mercedes Benz Ontario staff put together this list to look out for when it comes to brake pads.
Squealing
The most obvious sign that you need new brake pads is when you hear a squealing noise when you are driving normally without any pressure on the brakes. It will go away when you press on the brakes, which is kind of ironic.
This is a result of “wear indicators” that purposely emit that unpleasant sound for you to hear. When the pad wears down, the indicator scrapes against the rotor, creating the squealing noise.
Clicking
For some cars, the brake pads are kept steady with clips, bolts or pins. When they become loose one way or another, they will begin to rattle, creating a clicking noise.
Brake Fade
Brake fade is the result of intentionally applying the brakes over a vast distance without bringing the vehicle to a complete stop. Doing this frequently will take a toll on your brakes over time. This causes the brake pads to make contact with the rotors for an extended period, heating them up. The heat reduces friction and you’ll then start to notice more prolonged stops.
Brake Turning
Brake pads don’t always wear out at the same rate; your vehicle can be prone to one side wearing out quicker than the other. This causes your vehicle to pull slightly in either direction when you apply the brakes. Ignoring this would cause extra stress to go to your steering rack, which is definitely not worth it.
Vibrations
If you are noticing the brake pedal violently shaking whenever you step on it, you need to get your pads checked out immediately. Brake pads are typically held together with binding resin and as the brake pads wear down, the adhesive gets hot and smears across the rotor. If it spreads unevenly, then you will get this vibrating result and you’ll need to have it fixed.
Visit Us Today!
If you are noticing any of these issues, our service team will gladly check your brake pads for you. Our service staff are trained to Mercedes-Benz standards and have the available tools to make sure that everything is done the right way. Our Mercedes CA staff prides ourselves on being honest and upfront, so you’ll know exactly what’s wrong with your vehicle and how long it should take to be fixed.
Mercedes-Benz Brampton looks forward to serving you!
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