Brake Repair Pleasanton TX

Your car will give you several signs if there's an issue with the brakes. First, you may see the brake warning light illuminate on your dashboard's instrument cluster. This tells you that your braking system is malfunctioning. Most commonly, it means your brake fluid level is low in the reservoir. If this is the case, you may also notice a soft or "spongy" brake pedal along with decreased stopping power. On the same note, low brake fluid can be a sign of overworn brake pads. In short, if you see the brake warning light, bring your vehicle to the Allways Atascosa CDJR service center to have it checked out. The spongy feeling in the brake pedal is often caused by a loss of hydraulic pressure in the braking system, while leaking brake lines or a seized caliper can also cause it. Calipers are the parts that use pistons to squeeze the brake pad against the rotor when the brake pedal is pressed. Although far less common, the caliper pistons can seize, which keeps light pressure on the brakes at all times. This can lead to lower fuel efficiency and faster wear on your pads and rotors, meaning the calipers will need to be replaced. One of the most common indicators is a metallic squealing or grinding noise when you press the brake pedal, often paired with reduced braking power. This usually happens when the brake pads and rotors are worn down, and the noise comes from metal scraping against metal.

In the service center here at Allways Atascosa Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, our technicians recommend – and perform – a wide range of services to keep your brakes in top shape. The most important service we provide is a brake inspection, in which one of our certified technicians will take a look at each of your vehicle's braking components, from the brake booster and brake fluid to the lines, calipers, pads, and rotors to ensure the safe and smooth operation of your entire braking system. Our most common service is the replacement of brake pads and rotors. Under what is considered "normal driving conditions," brake pads and rotors generally need to be replaced around every 50,000 miles. However, this can vary depending on your driving habits. If you mostly drive on highways, your brakes might last up to 70,000 miles, while frequent stop-and-go traffic might require replacement every 30,000 miles. The pads require replacing when the pad lining becomes too thin, which, in extreme cases, can lead to a metal-on-metal grinding sound which was mentioned above. This comes when there is no brake pad lining left, and the metal plating is grinding against the rotor.

There are ways that you can extend the life of your brakes to ensure you don't need to replace them more than necessary. First and foremost is to optimize your driving habits for brake health. The first step for doing this is to avoid using heavy pressure or sudden pressure on the brakes. While some circumstances call for slamming on your brakes, in most cases, you should be able to give yourself enough time to ease onto the brakes, steadily and gradually bringing your vehicle to a stop. Additionally, you should avoid carrying extra weight as much as possible. Put simply, the heavier your vehicle is, the harder your brakes have to work to bring it to a stop. Finally, you should have your brakes inspected routinely to ensure their safe operation as your vehicle ages. Luckily, a brake inspection is part of the multi-point inspection process our technicians perform when you bring your vehicle to our service center!

At Allways Atascosa Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, we're dedicated to providing our customers with the knowledge they need to maintain their vehicles. We hope this page has highlighted the importance of your car's braking system and provided you with useful insights. Should you have any further questions, you can easily reach out to us using the contact form at the bottom of the page, and we'll gladly assist. Our team at the Allways Atoascosa CDJR service center is focused on keeping your brakes performing at their best for your safety. If you're concerned about your brakes or think they need attention, you can conveniently schedule an appointment through our website. We're here to make sure you stay safe on all your journeys!