When it comes to our vehicles, most of us really expect quite a lot. If you own a vehicle like a Toyota Scion, not only do you want it to look great but you want it to be comfortable, drive smoothly, get decent gas mileage, start when you press the button or turn the key and stop when you put your feet on the brakes. However, for some of us, as long as it starts, drives and stops, that's all we want a vehicle to do. Regardless of which way you roll, you usually pay the most attention to the vehicle starting and driving, but don't think much about it stopping. Unfortunately, you need to pay attention to that part as well since, if you don't, your vehicle may not stop when you want it to.
What Happened To My Brakes?
Brakes can fail for lots of reasons, but the key point is that most brake issues can be prevented. Whether your vehicle is low on brake fluid, the brakes are worn or have become damaged, unless you're paying attention to your vehicle and how it behaves when you stop, you may never notice your brakes are failing unless they fail completely. At that point in time, it may be too late to do anything about it.
Signs You Need New Brakes
Here are five easy to notice signs that your brakes may need replacing or your brake system may need repairs:
1. A squealing sound when brakes are applied - Most brake pads are designed with a little metal flange that begins to rub against the brake rotor when the brakes are badly worn. This metal flange causes a squealing sound when the brakes are applied, telling drivers that know about them that the brakes need to be checked or replaced. Contact the service department at Dayton Toyota of South Burlington, NJ for brake repair services in South Brunswick today. Schedule an appointment conveniently online now.
2. The Vehicle pulls to the left or right when brakes are applied - This is a sign that there may be damage to a brake pad since either more pressure is being applied to one side or the other or the pad is "grabbing" the rotor. If you've noticed your vehicle is pulling when you put your brakes on, you need to have it checked out.
3. A grinding sound or "feeling" in the brake pedal - These are also signs that the brake pads are badly worn or damaged. Many times, when you feel your pedal vibrating and hear a grinding sound, your brakes may be worn to the studs that hold the pad to the frame and those studs are digging into your rotors. This could be causing severe damage to your brake rotors and needs to be checked out immediately. Schedule an appointment for brake services in South Brunswick today.
4. Soft or "disappearing" brake pedal - Most often, this is a sign that your brake fluid is low or that you're out completely. Most brake systems are a hydraulic system that uses brake fluid to enhance your braking strength and, with low or no fluid, your brakes won't work as efficiently or, in the worst case scenarios, at all.
5. Scheduled brake replacement mileage - If you haven't noticed any brake issues but your vehicle is approaching the scheduled brake replacement mileage, you still need to have your brakes checked and replaced.
Fix It Now
If you've noticed any of these signs of incipient brake failure and you're in the Freehold, North Brunswick, South Brunswick or Lawrenceville, NJ, areas, taking your Toyota or other vehicle to the fantastic service department at Dayton Toyota should be next on your "to-do" list. Get Toyota Service in South Brunswick today at Dayton Toyota. Their expert mechanics have the tools and the expertise to make sure your vehicle stops when it is supposed to, safely and correctly.
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