Schedule a Comprehensive Brake Job in Pensacola, FL
Is your brake light on in your car? Is the brake pedal spongy or slow to respond? Are your brakes grinding? These are signs of brake issues that you should have checked out and possibly brought in for a brake job!
As you know, brakes are one of the most important parts that help your car stop. The rate of wear down depends on your unique driving style. Drivers that primarily use their vehicles in towns where there is stop-and-go traffic will notice that their brakes and rotors wear down more quickly. Vehicles that are driven primarily on highways will tend to have a longer brake life.
Another factor is the weight of your vehicle. The heavier the vehicle, the more power it takes for your brakes to stop your car. Due to these factors, there is not a specific time frame where you should replace your brakes and rotors. It all depends on the way you drive.
When your car needs attention, bring it down to East Burgess Automotive Inc for a complete brake job. We will check your fluid and the erosion levels of your brakes and rotors. Let us take a look. Call us today!
Signs You Need a Brake Job
Your vehicle's brake pads and rotors will need to be replaced on a regular basis to allow you to continue driving safely. Knowing the signs that it's time for a brake job can help you act promptly and avoid potentially dangerous situations. Here are some things to look out for as you drive; they could be signs of potential brake problems.
- Visible Wear and Tear
- Slow Response When You Brake
- High-Pitched Screeching or Heavy Grinding When You Press the Brake Pedal
- The Brake Pedal Vibrates
- A Change in Your Brakes' Sensitivity - Whether Extremely Sensitive or Insensitive
- Leaking Brake Fluid
- Your Vehicle Pulls to One Side When Driving
If you notice any of these problems, don't wait to address them. Contact East Burgess Automotive Inc in Pensacola, FL and schedule a brake job immediately. Our team will be happy to take a look!
How to Prevent Brake Issues
- Do Not “Ride” Your Brakes: This means applying excessive pressure to them when you’re braking. This can cause them to overheat and wear down much faster. When your car has fresh brakes done, it will be quick to stop. That is why after any brake job, you should be gentle with them and only ever use them when you need to slow down and stop.
- Downshifting: If you drive a manual vehicle, downshifting is key to keeping your brakes in the best shape. This will allow the engine to take the pressure off the brakes while you’re driving. Take precautions when doing this and use your best judgment as road conditions can change drastically.
- Clean Your Brake System: By cleaning your car’s disc and pads on a regular basis with brake fluid, you can keep them in the best shape to stop you on the road.
Contact Our Brake Job Specialists - We Address Brake Pads & Beyond
Your brake system is made up of many components, all of which need to work smoothly together for your vehicle to pass inspection and operate safely:
- Brake Pad: the part that presses against the rotors creating the friction needed to bring your vehicle to a stop
- Rotors: the part that the brake pads clamp down to in order to make the vehicle stop. Also called brake discs.
- Calipers: the part that helps squeeze the brake pad against the rotor
- Brake Fluid: this is the fluid used to help you brake
- Brake Lines: the part where the fluid travels to the calipers
If you're interested in learning more about our comprehensive brake job services, don't delay.
Reach out to the team at East Burgess Automotive Inc today! Our certified technicians take pride in catering to motorists throughout Pensacola, FL and all the surrounding communities. Best of all, we'll have you back behind the wheel before you know it. When you schedule your brake job at East Burgess Automotive Inc, you access safe and affordable services, along with prompt turnaround times. It's that simple.