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Signs you might need new brakes
By Product Expert | Posted in Service and Repair on Friday, April 12th, 2019 at 3:36 pm
Your brakes are arguably the most important part of your car. Without them, you would have no way of stopping and it would be utter mayhem on the roads. Every car’s brakes eventually become worn or shot, and if you don’t recognize some warning signs, you could be in for trouble. Keep reading to learn more.
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3 warning signs of brake problems
Squealing or grinding
Audible signs are easy to recognize. Sometimes, you might hear a squeaking noise when you’re in motion and a grinding sound when you apply your brakes. Either problem is a cause for concern. Squealing or squeaking likely means you just need some new brake pads, but grinding could mean a number of things. You might just have debris caught in your caliper unit, or it could mean there is some metal-on-metal grinding going on which is not good at all.
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Wobbling steering wheel
If your steering wheel starts unexpectedly wobbling at any time, you’re probably going to think something is up. It could be the result of uneven brake rotors. Brake rotors are large discs that are inside of your wheels. As you press the brake pedal, the brake pads hug the rotors, but if they are uneven, they can wobble and cause your steering wheel to shake or vibrate. 
Leaking fluid
Brake fluid is necessary for keeping your brakes in pristine condition. A sign of this is a soft brake pedal. By that we mean you might not feel as much force behind your brake pedal as you normally do. If you have to press harder on your brake pedal, sometimes all the way to the floor, it could be due to a brake fluid leak.
These are just some of the common signs of faulty brakes. If you’re experiencing any of them, come see us immediately.
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