Why it matters
Brakes are a normal wear item for any car.
Eventually, they’re going to need to be replaced for both performance and safety reasons.
Don’t let your brakes get to the “metal-to-metal” point, requiring more expensive rotor or drum replacement.
Your owner’s manual might specify periodic flushing and filling of the brake hydraulic system.
Contaminated brake fluid can lead to corrosion and other problems in the hydraulic system, especially on cars with anti-lock brakes (ABS).
What we check
There are multiple elements involved in servicing your vehicle's brakes.
- Have your brake pads and shoes, drums and rotors, master cylinders, wheel cylinders, brake hoses, calipers, brake hardware and brake fluid inspected every year. This is also a good time to lubricate critical brake components.
- Depending on the condition or thickness of the drums or rotors, resurfacing or replacement may be necessary.
- The parking brake should also be checked for proper operation and adjustment. In some cases, the parking brake shoes/pads may need replacement.
Please refer to our vehicle maintenance chart for more details on the recommended schedule for maintenance.
Source: Be Car Care Aware
From servicing your vehicle's brakes to tires, our tire & auto centres are equipped to service your car or light truck.
