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Cars have brakes on all four wheels, which are operated by a hydraulic system. Your foot on the pedal pushes the brake pedal and the force exerted by your leg is amplified several times by mechanical leverage. It is further amplified by the action of the brake booster. A piston moves into the cylinder and squeezes the hydraulic fluid out of the end. Hydraulic brake fluid is forced around the entire braking system and pressure is transmitted equally to all four brakes. The force creates friction between brake pads and disc brake rotors, which in turn stops your vehicle.
Brake pads contain friction material that’s bonded to a sturdy steel backing plate. When you push on the brake pedal, then the friction material onto the brake pads is pushed against the outer and inner surfaces of the steel brake rotor under enormous pressure. The resulting friction causes the wheels on your vehicle to slow quickly allowing for a fast, secure and controlled stop. After tens of thousands of kilometres, then this conductive material finally wears away, and the brake rotor wears away as well, requiring replacement.
We offer transparent pricing and brake pads for every budget. Brake pad cost is typically between $65 to $75 depending on your vehicle. We carry basic budget conscious brake pads to high-end performance pads to fleet pads for heavy duty use. Call us or get an online quote for your brake pad replacement that fits your budget and needs.
Here are several signs that you need new brake pads:
Normally, pad replacement requires these steps:
When it comes to the brakes on your car, always err on the side of caution and have a mechanic check your brake pads and braking system at the very first sign of a problem. Further driving is not recommended and you should request service at your earliest convenience when any of the following conditions exist:
Should you detect unusual noises, such as squealing or grinding, but stopping distances are close to everything you’re used to, and the brake pedal is firm, and there are no warning lights, it may be safe to proceed to your destination but schedule service at your earliest convenience.
Brake pads must always be replaced as a set, that is both wheels (driver and passenger side) on an axle, front or rear, must be serviced. If brake pads on only one side of the car were replaced, your car might pull to one side when you apply the brakes. Often, resurfacing or replacement of the brake rotors is also necessary and a competent mechanic will always measure for wear and damage to the brake rotors and advise you as to whether rotor replacement or re-surfacing is also needed.
Brake fluid is essential for your brakes to work. When you push on the brake pedal, the brake fluid that leads to the brake pads pressing against the rotors, causing your car to slow down and stop. As time goes on, brake fluid absorbs air, moisture and sludge and gets contaminated. Air in the brake fluid greatly decreases braking efficiency and causes braking to feel spongy. A brake system flush requires removing the existing fluid and moisture out of the system and replacing it with fresh, clean, fluid. A brake fluid flush ensures that your brake system performs properly and will increase the lifespan of your brake system components.
It’s suggested that brake fluid is changed every 40,000 km or 3 years. Always follow your car manufacturer’s maintenance schedule and guidelines regarding brake fluid maintenance and always use the brake fluid they recommend (our mek’s will make sure they use the right fluid for your car).
It depends on the type of car you drive and the auto repair shop you go to. Our mechanics are mobile, which means they don’t have the overhead that repair shops have. They provide you convenience by coming to your home or office.
It’s important to regularly flush your brake system, otherwise you risk needing expensive repairs to your brake system down the road. As the brake fluid gets contaminated, it will wear down the brake system components, causing them to fail and leak. This will also decrease your brake system performance, causing a safety concern.
Few of us think about our brakes on a daily basis, but they are a critical component of a car and can mean the difference between life and death in an emergency. Proper maintenance and a quick response to warning signs will ensure that your car will stop every time you hit the brakes.
A brake inspection is only $40 and the Mek will come to your home to do a full brake inspection after which he will build you a quote as needed. If you accept the quote then we will waive the brake inspection fee. Book your brake inspection today!
In most cases, your car will warn you that it is time to have a brake check. It might be a dashboard light, a squeaky or grinding noise, or a number of other indicators. Here are the most common warning signs and causes of brake trouble.
It’s important to get your brake looked at as soon as you see, hear or feel the above warning signs. Faulty brakes are one of the leading causes of motor vehicle accidents. If you aren’t sure if you need your brakes changed then call us or get a quote for a brake check with one of our certified mechanics.
Whether it’s time for your annual brake inspection or you have experienced any of the symptoms listed above, a top-rated mobile mechanic will come to your home or office to perform a thorough inspection of your brake system.
In addition to completing a test drive to get a sense of the symptoms you’re experiencing when operating the car, the mechanic will examine the following components during the brake check:
After the inspection, the mechanic will provide a detailed report that describes the source and cause of the brake issue, along with the scope and cost of the necessary repairs.
The mechanic will inspect the entire brake system (brake pads, rotors, calipers, master cylinder, fluid, hoses, drums, shoes, proportioning valve, ABS, and wheel cylinders).
There is no safe operation of a vehicle without properly functioning brakes. If you suspect an issue with your braking system, do not drive the car and request a brake check as soon as possible.
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When a problem develops with your anti-lock brake system (ABS), a light will turn-on on your dashboard. The light will show as the acronym “ABS”.”
Your ABS exists to prevent your vehicle from skidding hazardously throughout braking. It is a computerized safety and security system that identifies when your wheels stop turning (while your vehicle is still moving) and also releases brake fluid pressure, allowing the wheels to progressively stop turning until you reach a full-stop. This stops your car from skidding uncontrollably and keeps you in control of the steering of your vehicle.
Your ABS can fail, and you should deal with the problem as soon as your ABS light turns on.
Faulty Wheel Speed Sensor
The ABS depends on information from the wheel speed sensors, which are positioned inside the hub of each wheel and sometimes inside the transmission. These sensing units identify the rate at which the wheels are moving and relay that information to the ABS. When the ABS obtains information that one or even more of the car’s wheels are moving slower than others, the system launches brake liquid pressure, which then enables the wheels to turn in synchronous motion. If the wheel speed sensor is malfunctioning, or if the circuitry from the sensor to the ABS is broken, then the ABS will not get the wheel speed details that it needs.
The wheel speed sensor is composed of two elements: a metal ring with teeth connected to a drive axle or wheel bearing, and the sensing unit itself, which reviews the teeth on the ring as the wheel turns. As the wheel speed sensor is positioned close to the braking system, the high heat produced by the brakes causes the wheel speed sensor to be a lot more prone to damage. Damage to the wheel is, therefore, one of the more typical reasons for the ABS light coming on.
Unresponsive Hydraulic Pump or Valve
When the wheel speed sensor alerts the ABS that the wheels are moving at various speeds, a hydraulic valve is accountable for launching, or boosting, the brake fluid pressure to avoid the wheels from shedding traction with the ground. Like all pumps and valves, those attached to the ABS are can end up breaking or becoming less efficient. This may be because of interior wear generally from filthy brake fluid.
Defective ABS Module Component
Deterioration of the ABS module component can prevent information from being passed on between the wheel sensor and the ABS. Rust is a fairly typical concern and one that can trigger issues in the previously mentioned wheel sensor cables. Even a small amount of deterioration can create enough resistance on the cables to keep the system from properly functioning. In less typical circumstances, the computer in the component can stop working and require to be changed.
Reduced Fluid Levels
The ABS depends on a liquid to assist in regulating pressure. If the ABS fluid reservoir is reduced, or if there is way too much air in the system, then the ABS will not have the ability to do its task.
A top-rated mobile technician will come to your house or workplace to figure out the source of the ABS problem, and will then give an in-depth evaluation report that consists of the scope and price of the required repair work.
The technician will have a check device that gathers information from the ABS component to discover what is triggering the light to switch on. The technician will inspect the ABS fuse, and then evaluate the whole ABS system for issues.