Brakes, ABS & Traction Control
Your car’s brakes are its most important safety feature. Brakes that are not operating at full capacity could put the safety of you and your passengers in jeopardy. Sometimes it is hard to identify when your brakes need repair, but there are some different ways to tell. Always use your ears and listen for screeching and/or abnormal sounds. Brake repair can also be signaled by vibrations in your steering wheel and/or brake pedal as well as pulling of your steering. All these signs can be subtle and easily overlooked. This does not mean one should ignore these problems. If you notice any of these signs of trouble call Carz R’ Us to schedule expert brake repair in Machesney Park.
A Car's Brake System Needs Proper Care and Maintenance
It is very important you get your brakes inspected and fixed when something goes wrong. A car’s brake system is very complex, so it needs proper care and maintenance.
If you suspect that there may be a problem with your brake system, you should get it checked out soon. The experts say that brakes should be checked every 6 months. If your brakes are making loud noises, squeaking, grinding, going down too low, or not functioning correctly, you need to get it checked out. If you need to put a lot of pressure to make the brakes work, you probably need to fix them. If you ignore these symptoms you can hurt yourself or someone else, so be careful. Keep in mind that brake pads also need to be replaced after a while. If you do not replace your pads when they wear out, you will damage your rotors. If you are experiencing a problem, it may mean that you are low on brake fluid. If your brake fluid level is low, top if off as soon as possible or tell your brake repair mechanic to do it for you.
You will save money and prevent a lot of serious damage by inspecting your brake system twice a year and fixing problems when they arise. Bear in mind that most mechanics complete brake repairs on the same day.
Your brake system is one of the most important parts of your car, so make sure they are in good working order. If you fix your brake problems, you will feel good knowing that you and your family are safe on the road. The truth is that when you drive, the brakes bring your car to a complete stop. If you drive with defective brakes, you may encounter a serious problem or situation.
Oil or grease on the brakes can cause brake failure because it interferes with friction. Also, when the brakes overheat to a high degree, the metal develops spots. These spots resist friction from the brake pads, which leads to a loss of brake power.
To that end, if you have a brake problem, weak brakes, loud brakes, or a mushy pedal, take your car to a good mechanic. A good mechanic will diagnose the problem and fix it for you. Make sure you get your brakes inspected by a certified mechanic. An experienced mechanic has kept up with schooling and keeps up with the newest technologies in the automotive industry. Furthermore, a great mechanic or reliable auto service center usually offers a warranty on their work, so take your time when you are shopping around for a technician.
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BRAKES & BRAKE REPAIR
Our Machesney Park community & customers have the opportunity to feel not only comfortable, but safe in their car or truck when getting their repairs done at Carz R Us Auto. You can leave your worries & problems to our professionals, but please do not hesitate to ask questions about what a service is, how it happened, or why it’s needed. Make an appointment and we will make sure your brake problems don’t “slow you down”.
Here is some valuable information on brake issues and corrective services Carz R’ Us offers.
- Brake Pad
- Brake Rotor
- Brake Caliper
- Brake Hose
- Brake Hardware
- Slide pin
- Master cylinder
- Proportioning valve
- Brake line
- ABS Services (listed below)
- Brake shoe
- Brake drum
- Wheel cylinder
- Brake adjuster
- Backing plate
- Brake pedal
- Parking brake shoes
- Parking brake cable
- Parking brake handle
- Wheel bearing
Anti-Lock Brake System
An anti-lock braking system (ABS) is a safety anti-skid braking system used on cars, motorcycles, trucks, and buses. ABS operates by preventing the wheels from locking up during braking, thereby maintaining tractive contact with the road surface and allowing the driver to maintain more control over the vehicle. [1] If your ABS light comes on, visit us where we will be happy to diagnose and fix the problem.
Services: • Wheel speed sensor • ABS control module • ABS pump • ABS dashboard indicator light • Traction control dashboard indicator light
Brake Fluid Flushes
Your brakes require fluid to operate. A brake fluid flush is basically replacing all the used, junky brake fluid in your system with clean, fresh brake fluid. It’s wise to include a brake fluid flush in your preventative car maintenance. Talk to one of our expert technicians at Carz R’ Us to see if it’s time for your brake fluid flush!
Brake Hoses
Somethings got to get those fluids around your brake system and those things are brake hoses. A brake hose is a tube that helps move your brake fluid where it needs to be and a damaged, cracked, or crushed hose can cause a delayed stop when you need to brake, and a leak can have the entire system failing. While these hoses don’t often need to be replaced, if damaged they definitely should be.
Brake Pad & Shoe Replacement
I know what you’re thinking, what about brake socks? Wouldn’t that help stop the squealing noise? But, alas, no. When your brake pads wear down, you’ll hear that pleasant metal-on-metal grinding noise when coming to a stop. When you hear that noise, you need to call us immediately! If it’s grinding, it means your brake pads or shoes are digging into the metal on the rotor/drum. Time to visit Carz R Us!
Caliper Replacement
The brake caliper houses your brake pads and pistons. It fits tightly around the brake rotor and it’s duty is to slow down the vehicle’s wheels when you brake by creating friction, pressing against the brake pads. A problem with your brake caliper could make your car pull or cause uneven braking, which can be dangerous. So contact Carz R’ Us as soon as possible!
Give us a call today at (815) 877-4277 or text us at (815) 240-2515.
