What Are Brake Pads

    Brake Pads are the parts of your car’s brake system that press against the metal Brake Rotors of your vehicle to stop it move moving. The basic description of a car’s brake system is really pretty simple. When the driver wants to apply the Brakes, he or she presses the Brake Pedal to apply the Brakes. Movement of the brake pedal causes a steel rod to move into the car’s master cylinder. This displaces Brake Fluid with enough force to open the pistons in the car’s Brake Calipers. 

    This, in turn, forces the Brake Pads to press against the metal Brake Discs, or Rotors, and causes your vehicle to stop. Brake pads are made of a friction material that gets very hot during the process. The heat and friction that results from this force causes Brake Pads to wear. If brake pads become too thin, the will fail and prevent your car from stopping. Luckily, Brake Pad replacement is very affordable, and trained Mechanics can replace Brake Pads quickly.

    The best way to make sure that your brakes work properly is to ask your technician to inspect them frequently. Mechanics usually perform this service at little or no cost with tire rotations, which are recommended every 6,000 miles.  If your brakes are making noise, schedule an appointment today.
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