Brakes Repair
Exotic Car Brakes Repair Service.
Our car brakes repair service offers comprehensive solutions to ensure your vehicle’s braking system operates optimally. We specialize in:
- Diagnosing and addressing brake pad wear and replacement.
- Inspecting and resurfacing or replacing brake rotors for smooth braking.
- Identifying and fixing brake fluid leaks for hydraulic system integrity.
- Adjusting or replacing brake calipers for proper brake engagement.
- Conducting brake system flushes to maintain performance and safety. Trust our expert technicians to keep your vehicle’s brakes in top condition for a smooth and secure driving experience.
- Performing brake diagnostics to address underlying issues, ensuring thorough repairs for optimal braking performance.
Common Brake Issues
Worn Brake Pads
Warped Rotors
Brake Fluid Leaks
Sticking Brake Calipers
Contaminated Brake Fluid
Worn Brake Pads
Worn brake pads are a common issue in vehicles that can lead to reduced braking performance and safety hazards. As brake pads wear down, they become thinner, reducing their ability to generate friction and slow down the vehicle effectively. This can result in longer stopping distances, squeaking or squealing noises when braking, and in severe cases, metal-on-metal grinding sounds. Regular inspection and timely replacement of worn brake pads are crucial to maintain optimal braking performance and ensure safety on the road.
How to Diagnose Worn Brake Pads
Inspect the Pads for Wear and Damage
Inspecting and measuring your brake pads is the best way to go. Sometimes, you can peek through your car’s wheel with a flashlight to perform a cursory inspection of the pads. But the most thorough method involves the removal of your wheel/tire assembly and checking the brake pads for minimum thickness and physical damage. Here’s how it’s done:
- Put on your safety glasses.
- Safely raise the vehicle and support it with jack stands.
- Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
- Remove the brake pads from the caliper.
- Measure the thickness of the brake pads using a caliper or a brake pad measuring tool to ensure they meet the manufacturer’s minimum thickness specifications.
Warped Rotors
Warped rotors refer to brake discs that have developed uneven surfaces, causing vibrations and compromised braking performance. This issue can result from overheating during heavy braking, worn brake pads, or improper installation. Symptoms of warped rotors include pulsating brake pedal, steering wheel vibration, and longer stopping distances. Addressing warped rotors involves resurfacing or replacing them, along with inspecting and replacing brake pads to prevent recurrence. Regular brake maintenance and avoiding harsh braking can help prevent rotor warping, ensuring safe and smooth braking.
What causes Rotors to Warp?
Warped brake rotors are a common issue among vehicle owners, leading to reduced braking performance and an unsettling vibration when applying the brakes. Understanding the causes behind rotor warping is crucial to preventing this problem from occurring.
- Excessive Heat Buildup: Friction from braking generates heat. This is normal, but it can lead to rotor warping when it isn’t effectively dissipated or becomes too extreme.
- Aggressive Driving Habits: Frequent hard braking or continually resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving generates excessive heat that can warp rotors.
- Aging or Worn-Out Brake System: As brakes age, their heat dissipation capabilities can degrade, which might lead to easier rotor warping.
- Poor Quality Brake Components: Lower-quality rotors or brake pads can be more susceptible to warping due to their material composition.
Brake Fluid Leaks
Brake fluid leaks can jeopardize the safety and performance of your vehicle’s braking system. These leaks often manifest as soft or spongy brake pedals, reduced braking efficiency, or visible fluid under the car. Addressing brake fluid leaks promptly is crucial to maintaining hydraulic integrity and preventing brake failure. Our expert technicians specialize in diagnosing and fixing brake fluid leaks, ensuring your vehicle’s brakes operate smoothly and safely. Trust us to identify and resolve any brake fluid leak issues to keep you driving with confidence.
What causes Brake Fluid leakage?
Brake fluid leakage can stem from worn brake lines, damaged caliper seals or hose connections, a faulty master cylinder, overheating of the brake system, or accidental damage. Regular inspections and maintenance are crucial for detecting and addressing these issues to maintain optimal braking performance and safety.
- Worn Brake Lines: Over time, brake lines can develop cracks or corrosion, leading to fluid leaks.
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Damaged Brake Calipers or Wheel Cylinders: Seals in brake calipers or wheel cylinders can wear out, causing fluid to leak.
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Loose or Damaged Brake Hose Connections: If the connections between brake hoses and calipers or cylinders are loose or damaged, it can result in fluid leakage.
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Faulty Master Cylinder: A malfunctioning master cylinder can cause internal leaks, leading to brake fluid leakage.
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Brake System Overheating: Excessive heat can cause brake fluid to boil and expand, potentially leading to leaks in the system.
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Accidental Damage: Impact from debris or accidents can damage brake components, causing fluid leaks.
Regular inspections and maintenance of the brake system can help detect and address potential issues before they lead to fluid leakage and compromised braking performance.
Why should you choose us for car repairs?
A car is a valuable asset to everyone and paramount in travelling to work, visiting family, attending important appointments and much more. Therefore, it is incredibly important to leave your vehicle in good hands when looking for car repairs. You should feel confident in the car repair garage that you choose to handle your car repair, no matter how minor or major the issues are. With many car repair garages, why should you choose us to rectify any mechanical faults that impact the safety or handling of your vehicle?
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