Here’s a simple fact: Brakes wear out over time. The length of time it takes between brake repair jobs depends on the way you apply your brakes and the conditions in which you are driving conditions. If you are someone who constantly “rides” the brakes, you will have to replace brake pads sooner. The same is the case if you typically drive in a lot of stop-and-go traffic. When you bring your vehicle to Car Kings in Wallington, New Jersey, our technicians can check the condition of your brakes and will let you know when the brake pads need to be replaced.
Problems with brakes should never be ignored. Your safety and that of your passengers depends on proper operation of the brakes. A problem in any area of the braking system can limit or prevent you from being able to safely stop in an appropriate amount of time. Not only is driving around with worn out brakes a safety hazard, it could end up causing more damage which means you would have to pay a lot more for a brake job.
Signs You May Need Brake Repair
There are some telltale signs that brake repair is needed. Here are a few of the major signs:
- The red-colored brake warning light is on. An illuminated brake warning light is a helpful indicator of a serious problem with the braking system. Important to note is that for some vehicles, the brake warning light is also used to let you know the emergency brake is engaged. If that’s the case with your vehicle, you should first check to see whether or not the emergency brake is on. If it isn’t, schedule an appointment to have your brakes checked right away. You may want to arrange for it to be towed to our auto repair shop in Wallington, NJ.
- You hear high-pitched squealing sounds when driving that become quiet when the brakes are applied. Have your brakes repaired right away.
- You notice scraping or grinding noises when you apply the brakes. These sounds are the result of metal scraping against metal and indicate that the brake pads are completely worn and the brakes are grinding into the rotor. Schedule a brake repair right away.
- You have to use excessive pressure when applying the brakes. This is commonly referred to as “hard pedal” and could be the result of hydraulic lines that are restricted, calipers or cylinders that are frozen or brake linings that have become damaged. This should not be ignored. Schedule an appointment right away for brake repair.
- The brakes feel soft or “spongy” when you apply them. This is opposite of hard pedal and is known as “soft pedal.” There may be air in the brake lines, the brakes lines are damaged or the calipers, wheel cylinders or the master cylinder has gone bad. Make sure you schedule brake repair right away.
Trust Your Brake Repair to Car Kings in Wallington, New Jersey
Don’t take a chance with your brakes. If you think there’s a problem, schedule an appointment with us. Our ASE-certified auto technicians will be happy to inspect your braking system. We will inspect the discs for rough sports or signs of damage. We will also look at the brake pads to see how much life is left in them. Finally, we will check the brake lines to make sure there is no cracking and corrosion. Once we know what is wrong with your brakes, our technicians will let you know so you can approve the work to be done on your braking system.
Our brake inspection and brake repair services include:
- Replacement of Brake Pads and Shoes
- Repair of rotors and Drums
- Brake Line Replacement
- Brake Fluid Flush and Replacement
- ABS Braking System Inspection and Repair
- Brake Disks
- Brake Adjustments
- Parking/Emergency Brake Repair
- Brake Bleeding
Need brake repair in Wallington, New Jersey? Call Car Kings at 973-473-9300 or click here to schedule on-line now.