What Is A Brake Replacement?

A fully working braking system is critical to your safety, to the safety of your passengers and to the safety of other drivers on the street. Your car’s braking mechanism requires highly engineered components and complex motions that avoid your car by translating kinetic energy to thermal energy. When you push the brake pedal, the master cylinder pressurizes a series of hydraulic brake lines running to one of the wheels of the car, where the brake pads or shoes push the disk or drum and produce the necessary pressure to slow the car to a full stop.

Why You Should Get A Brake Replacement?

Poor brakes display warning signals for imminent replacement of the brakes. For example, if your brakes squeal or grind while in operation, your brake pads can be worn and need replacement. If your vehicle pulls to one side while stopping, it can point to damaged brakes, a malfunctioning caliper, or low brake fluid in the brake lines.

If the brake pedal is pushed too easily — also known as “spongy” brakes — then this could be a sign of too much air in the hydraulic brake pipes. Often, the vehicle’s electronic warning device will alert you to a possible brake problem with the light service warning on the dashboard. Although these are only some of the most typical signs of possible trouble with your vehicle’s braking system, recognizing these symptoms of defective brakes and finding a brake repair service will save you money in the long term.

Toronto Mobile Mechanic proudly serves the Brake Repair needs of customers in Downtown Toronto, the Greater Toronto Area, and surrounding areas.