August marks National Brake Safety Awareness Month, making this the perfect time to take stock of your car’s brake system. Making a small investment in routine brake maintenance and repair prevents expensive rotor damage and ensures that your vehicle stops reliably on your summer road trips and everyday commutes. The Heritage | MileOne Autogroup dealerships have factory-trained service technicians ready to keep your family safe.
Components to Service During Brake Inspections
Maintaining your car’s brake system requires caring for several different components. Addressing the following wear items prolongs the lifespan of your entire brake system.
- Brake Pads and Rotors: Checking pad thickness prevents metal-on-metal grinding, while resurfacing or replacing heat-warped rotors eliminates brake pedal pulsing.
- Calipers and Brake Lines: We’ll inspect rubber hoses for cracks and lubricate caliper slider pins to ensure even pressure distribution across all four wheels.
- Brake Fluid: Moisture absorbed by hydraulic brake fluid lowers its boiling point, so flushing the fluid protects the delicate ABS valves from corrosion.
Signs You Need Brake Service
Your vehicle gives signs when its brake system begins to fail. First, high-pitched squealing sounds indicate that built-in wear indicators have contacted the rotor surface, while harsh grinding noises signal fully depleted pads. A spongy or sinking brake pedal often points to air bubbles trapped in the hydraulic lines or a leaking master cylinder. Finally, if you notice your vehicle pulling to one side while braking, it could be due to a sticking caliper pin.
Schedule Brake Service Near Baltimore, MD
The certified service centers at Heritage | MileOne Autogroup use state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment and genuine OEM parts. Visit one of our friendly locations to have our technicians service your brake system before your next journey. We look forward to getting your brakes back into top condition!