Your Car Brake System
Smoother Stopping, Starting, and Slowing Down
The brakes on your car are just as important to the driving process as the gas. They are a safety mechanism, giving you control of speed and position on the road, as well as the ability to avoid dangerous situations. However, their importance comes with a lot of use, and that much use comes with a lot of wear.
How Do Brakes Work?
Your brakes are more than just the pedals and the pads, though the braking process does start with stepping on the brake pedal. The pedal is connected to the brake booster, which connects to the master cylinder in the engine compartment. The master cylinder is what pushes the brake fluid down towards the wheels, which will activate the parts we traditionally think of as brakes: the calipers, which press the brake pads against the discs or rotors, causing friction that slows your wheels to a stop.
Brake Maintenance Services
The friction that slows and stops your vehicle also wears out your brake pads or rotors, which can be dangerous on the road. To prevent brake wear from becoming a full part replacement or even a potential wreck, it’s important to stay on top of regular brake maintenance. This includes having your brakes inspected annually, replacing your brake pads every 50,000 miles, and changing your brake fluid every 2-3 years. Rick’s 36 offers all of these brake maintenance services and can help you set up a maintenance schedule so nothing gets forgotten.
Brake Repair Services
When brake repair is needed, the Rick’s 36 auto technicians know you’re counting on us to make your car safe again. All of our techs are ASE-certified, with years of experience in auto repair to ensure your brakes and your vehicle get back to you in their best shape. We’ll restore your braking system to its original condition with smooth stops, slows, and starts, guaranteed by our industry-leading 3 Year / 36,000 Miles Warranty on all parts and labor. Bring your vehicle to the experts for guaranteed brake repair services such as brake line repair, master cylinder repair, and brake pad replacements.
Signs You Need Brake Repair
Often, the first sign of worn or damaged brake pads is a high-pitched squeal whenever you apply your brakes. Other signs include the ABS — Anti-lock Braking System — or brake warning light illuminating on your dash, a vibrating steering wheel or brake pedal, or leaking brake fluid. Another sign is the brake pedal feeling mushy, having a reduced response, or sinking all the way to the floor with little pressure. If you experience any of these signs, bring your car into the Rick’s 36 technicians for your safety.