What does it mean when your brake pads need to be replaced?

What does it mean when your brake pads need to be replaced?

If you’re looking to replace your brake pads and rotors, chances are you’ve begun to hear a high-pitched squealing noise when you apply the brakes. This is their way of telling you that the brake linings are due for replacement. How nice of them to let you know.

Where are the brake pads located on a car?

A brake rotor is a metal disc, attached to a vehicle’s wheel hub, that receives friction from the brake pads to stop the vehicle. The rotor is situated within a caliper, which houses brake pads situated on either side of the rotor.

Where to put C clamp to replace brake pads?

You can place the c-clamp on the back of the caliper and on an old brake pad to recess the piston back to its seated position. If you need to top off the brake fluid, use fluid from an unopened bottle.

Is there a lifetime guarantee on Midas brake pads?

And they’ll discuss brake repair options that fit within your budget. Our quality pads and shoes come with the famous Midas Lifetime Guarantee. * Brake pads and shoes purchased with this guarantee are warranted for as long as you own your car. *Most vehicles. See manager for limited guarantee terms. ↩ Brake systems – more than you wanted to know.

When to go to MIDAS for steering and suspension repair?

Here’s a tip that just may save you a trip to Midas. (We won’t take it personally.) Some signs of steering and suspension problems are really brake and tire problems in disguise. So, at the first sign of trouble, check your tire pressure and tread wear.

If you’re looking to replace your brake pads and rotors, chances are you’ve begun to hear a high-pitched squealing noise when you apply the brakes. This is their way of telling you that the brake linings are due for replacement. How nice of them to let you know.

How does Midas brake system inspection process work?

Midas understands how important brakes are and has developed a 55-point inspection process to diagnose the health of your brake system. Our ASE-certified Midas auto systems experts® will let you know which components need immediate attention and which ones can wait.

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