Repairing Our Vehicle

If you are hearing a grinding noise, especially when you brake or when you attempt to slow down and turn, you may have an issue with your brakes and your rotors. More than likely, your brake pads are worn down to barely anything and you have begun to wear out your rotors. If this is the case, you can take your vehicle to your local auto repair shop to have the brake pads and rotors replaced. This can be an expensive cost, but it's something that needs to be done before you end up not being able to stop at all. Read on for more information about your brake pads and rotors.

Signs Your Brake Pads Are Wearing Down

You should know the signs of your brake pads wearing down so you can have them repaired long before you start to wear down your rotors. If your rotors are wearing down as well, it makes it even more difficult for your vehicle to stop. Know the signs before all of this happens. Some signs to watch out for includes squealing noises when you attempt to stop. There is something in the brake pads to make this noise to help indicate to the vehicle owner that the brakes should be inspected and replaced as needed. Even if you didn't hear the squealing noise, you may have noticed you have a difficult time stopping or that it's taking longer to stop your vehicle than usual. If this is the case, have your brakes inspected and replaced. If it's taking longer for your vehicle to stop, you may not be able to avoid a collision, and you may be liable in an accident.

Other signs to watch for include burning smells coming from your brakes after you've driven for an extended period; you may also notice that your foot goes all the way to the floor when you attempt to stop, or you may also notice some jumping or skipping when you attempt to stop your vehicle. 

If you suspect your brake pads are worn down or are beginning to make a grinding noise, your brake pads may already be worn out and you are wearing out your rotors. This is an added cost to have repaired, and one that you don't want to have to pay the money to replace. Have your brakes and rotors repaired as required so you can drive as safe as possible down the road to keep you and other motorists safe. Get your vehicle into an auto repair shop like Tony's Auto Air to be worked on to ensure this job is done professionally.