Stop! And See Us (Brake Pad Replacement)
December 14, 2025
If you’ve ever driven a bicycle with hand brakes, you’ll probably understand how the brake pads on your vehicle work. Bicycle brakes use a system that squeezes the bike wheel’s rim with a pair of cushioned pads activated by your hand squeezing the hand brakes on your handlebars. The friction of those pads stops the wheel.
That’s the same principle used for the wheels on your vehicle. Step on the brake pedal and that causes pads to put pressure on discs in the wheels called rotors. Those pads create friction and stop the wheels from turning.
Brake pads in vehicles are made from several different materials. The pads most commonly used are ceramic or a combination of metals.
The friction that stops your vehicle generates heat and wears both the pads and, eventually, the rotors, too. That means that, over time, both are going to need replacing to work properly. One sign brake wear is getting noticeable may be when you hear squeaking when you stop. Or you might feel the vehicle pulling to one side during braking or the brake light on your dash illuminates. All are signs to bring your vehicle in to us for inspection and service.
When your vehicle is in for brake pad replacement, our technician will check other components such as the brake calipers, rotors and lines.
Brakes are something you should have inspected at regular intervals because they are a vital safety component of your vehicle. Consider having us look at them every 10,000 miles/16,000 km or each time you bring your vehicle in for an oil change.
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