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We offer a comprehensive brake service - regular brake repair and maintenance work is essential to keep your brake systems working optimally for safety and performance. For new brake pads, brake discs, brake drums, a brake service, or a hand brake service we've got you covered.
From the brake pedal to hydraulic brake fluid, brake master cylinder to power brake booster, drum brakes to disc brakes and electronic anti-lock brake sensors, our technicians know every part of your brake system inside and out and can perform brake repairs on any make and model.
Brakes are sensitive to heat, water and moisture, and the pads and linings wear every time you put your foot on the brake pedal.
A complete brake repair involves more than just fitting brake pads or shoes on the car and bleeding the braking system. It also may require:
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Brakes wear out and will eventually need to be replaced. How quickly depends on factors unique to you: your driving habits, type of vehicle and when and where you drive.
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It's essential to be proactive about testing overall brake components and to know whether a brake component needs simply to be serviced or totally replaced
Drum brakes revolve with the wheel. Brake shoes, with linings attached, are situated inside the drums and when pressure is applied to the brake pedal, hydraulic fluid in the braking system forces the brake shoes outward until the linings come into contact with the inside of the drum and force it to stop.
Disc brakes have a stationary hydraulic calliper, with a disc revolving with the wheel. When the brake pedal is pressed down, hydraulic pressure forces pads in the calliper to clamp on the disc, much like the operation of a bicycle brake.
Most late model cars have disc brakes or a combination of front disc and rear drum brakes.
Brake fluid, also known as hydraulic fluid, is responsible for moving the various components of your vehicle's braking system. It operates under high temperatures & high pressure, without it, your vehicle would not be able to stop when you push the brake pedal.
Brake fluid is hygroscopic - it absorb moisture from air - when brake fluid starts absorbing moisture the boiling point of brake fluids drops and braking efficiency deteriorates.
In addition to these primary braking systems, most of today's vehicles utilise an electronic Anti-lock Brake System. Using electronic sensors and high pressure pumps, under certain conditions, your ABS system can measure vehicle speed, wheel slip and brake force. Then it actually pumps the brakes for you during an emergency stop.
Common Questions about Brakes
Brake squeal can be caused by pads vibrating, clips losing tension, poor pad fit or a damaged pad. A grinding noise is more serious – your brake pad has completely worn away. Either way, your brakes need attention.
If you have to press the brake pedal farther or harder than usual to stop, there could be a hydraulic or mechanical brake problem. Bring your car in for a check as soon as you can.
You could have a hydraulic, mechanical, steering or suspension problem. Bring your car in for a thorough inspection soon.
At least as often as your owner's manual suggests.
Brake fluid should be flushed every one to two years - our Brake Inspection Service will let you know if your brake fluid needs changing. You also need to change your brake fluid if it contains too much copper. Copper is measured in parts per million, and the industry-accepted limit is 200 ppm. Any more than that and the fluid no longer meets design specifications and should be replaced.
All brake systems wear out (brake pads and rotors wear down) – how quickly depends on your driving style. Cars that drive in town with lots of stopping & starting will consume brake friction material much faster than cars that drive primarily on highways. Vehicle loads are the other factor. The heavier your car is, the more braking power it requires to stop.
Frequent, hard braking will shorten your brake life.
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