Brakes
They stop your car.
That’s important!
There is a brake mechanism housed at each wheel position on your vehicle.
You either have disc brakes or drum brakes.
Most newer cars have disc brakes.
Think of a ten-speed bicycle; the rotor in your brake system is like the wheel and the pads are…well…like the pads.
The pads squeeze against the rotor and cause friction which stops the car.
Drum brakes have shoes that push out against a brake drum.
Since both systems use friction, there will be wear.
You need to know if the wear is significant enough to require replacement.
If you wait until your brake pads or shoes are worn through completely, you will cause damage to the drums or rotors.
This can get very expensive.
…and dangerous.
That’s why it’s so important to have your brakes checked regularly.
Besides regular inspections, bring your vehicle in if you experience any of the following issues:
• A shimmy or shake when stopping
• Pulling to the left or right when braking or stopping
• Noises: squeaks, chirps, grinding, groaning
(some of these can be normal, but they should be checked anyway)
• Brake light on the dash stays lit or flashes
• Your brake pedal slowly drops toward the floor as you sit with your foot on the brake
Whether you come to Tires Unlimited/UnlimitedCARE Auto Service (please do!), use another service provider or simply fix it yourself remember…your safety and vehicle performance is our priority.
