Signs Your Car Needs New Brakes

Your brakes are not only instrumental in helping your vehicle get around safely, but they also hold the key to the workings of other parts of your car. If there is an issue with your brakes, you could cause an accident before you even know what is happening. Besides that, the more you neglect that squeaking sound, the more wear and tear you will cause on your brakes, which means you may need to pay more in the end.

If you experience any of these issues, you should consult a professional as soon as possible:

• Pedal Vibrates

When you press your foot down on the brake and it feels as if it is vibrating, it could mean your brake pads are worn out and may need to be repaired. It is most commonly the case that this feeling coming from the brake pads indicates that you will need to repair the brake pads entirely.

• Pads Appear Thin

You don’t need overalls and a mechanic’s licence to check if your car needs new brake pads. It’s quite simple. Look at the wheel of your car. Now, through the spokes of the wheel, you will be able to see the brake pads. If you see that the pads are only about half a centimetre thick, it means that they are too thin. If this is the case, you will probably need new brake pads.

• Clicking Noise

Another sign is when the brakes start making that clicking noise when you use them. When you hear a rattling or clicking noise, it could mean that your brake pads need to be replaced. It’s important to know that this is not a major problem that will take days and thousands of dollars to fix – however if you don’t get them attended to, it could become dangerous to your car’s safety.

• Screeching Sound

Besides the clicking noise, you should also listen for a high-pitched, screeching noise when the brake pedal is pushed downwards. The metal around the brake pads is usually the culprit here. The pitch of this sound varies from time to time but should be easily distinguishable even when the windows are up. Again, it’s not a major issue to replace brake pads, but you must make sure to do it before they lose total effect and you’re left without a working braking system.

There are other signs as well that you may need new brakes. To fix any of these issues, be sure to book a service today or get in touch with a brakes expert.