Your car, truck, or utility vehicle’s brake system should not make noise when you apply the brakes. If it is grinding or scraping, the brake pad surfaces have worn away completely. If the brakes are squealing, it’s possible that they have gotten too hot. Guaranteed Auto Air & Repair can inspect your brakes if they are noisy or give you any of the problems listed below.
Brake Fluid Leaks
A leaking brake system is a sign that the system is overdue for maintenance. Brake fluid tends to leak behind the wheels. The fluid is generally light brown to dark brown or red. It’s important to have brake fluid leaks fixed ASAP because low fluid levels can make it difficult to stop your automobile.
Dashboard Warnings
If the ABS or Brake light illuminates on your vehicle’s dashboard, the brake system is trying to tell you something. The lights will come on briefly when you first start your automobile; that is okay. If they turn on and stay on, however, there is a problem with the brake system. The only other time the Brake light will turn on is when you set the parking brake when you have parked your vehicle.
Overheating System
As we mentioned above, if your brakes make squealing sounds every time you apply them, it’s possible that the system is overheating. Aside from the annoying noise, you may also detect burning odors coming from behind the wheels. Usually, overheating brakes smell like burning chemicals or carpet.
Pulling to the Side
Applying the brakes should never change the direction in which your automobile is headed. If you find that your vehicle suddenly pulls to the side, you likely have a caliper that is stuck. We can inspect the caliper to see if we can release it or if it needs to be replaced with a new one.
Squishy Brake Pedal
The brake system relies on the master cylinder to push the brake fluid through the brake lines. A squishy brake pedal can signal a problem with the master cylinder. If the brake pedal feels soft or gives and takes underneath your foot, you may also have air bubbles in your brake lines.
Vibration/Shaking
Finally, your automobile should not vibrate or shake when you press down on the brake pedal. If it does, the brake pads may be worn down completely or the rotor surfaces may be warped. You may also have a tiny piece of road debris stuck in one of the calipers.
Guaranteed Auto Air & Repair is the best auto service shop in Rockledge, FL, so call us today if your vehicle is having brake problems. Don’t take chances with the most important safety system on your automobile.
