Brakes naturally wear out over time, but how do you know when it’s time to take them to the shop? There are some signals to be on the lookout for, and the major one is when you step on the brake pedal it feels softer.
One sign of a brake going bad is a loss of hydraulic pressure. Hydraulic pressure is controlled by the brake fluid in the brake line. The brake line is made of steel, and it can corrode and crack as it ages. The line can start to leak fluid, and this will cause the braking to feel spongy and softer than usual.
A second sign is the disc brake calipers are worn or corroded. If this happens, the internal pistons will leak.
The third sign of a bad brake is a worn out master cylinder. The master cylinder is responsible for holding the brake fluid and dispersing it to the front or rear brakes when needed.
When any of these braking parts wear out, it is essential to get them replaced as quickly as possible. Contact our service center here at Griffin Motors in Meadville, PA to schedule a brake inspection today.
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