As time passes, brake components become worn or might sustain damage. Any problem with your braking system reduces your safety, as your brakes need to operate within seconds when you need them to. At your Mitsubishi dealership, we can fix any of these problems for you. These are a few signs that you need a brake repair.
Signs You Need a Brake Repair at Your Mitsubishi Dealership
Vibrations When You Brake
When you hit the brakes, they should respond smoothly, and the only sensation you should feel is the resistance from the braking pedal. If you feel wobbling or vibrations when you brake, this is a sign that you have a brake problem. This type of problem is usually caused by damage to one or more of the wheel rotors.
As soon as you step on the brake pedal, the brake calipers grab both sides of each wheel rotor. Brake pads inside the calipers generate friction against the smooth rotor surfaces, and this action stops your wheels. The rotor surface becomes less smooth over time. If a caliper grabs an uneven part of a rotor, it will generate vibrations. We’ll examine your rotors and resurface them if needed to correct this problem.
Screeching Noises
Noise when you apply the brakes is never a good sign. The brakes are designed to respond quickly but silently. A high-pitched screeching noise is a sign that one or more of your brake pads has worn down. As we saw above, the brake pads generate friction that stops your wheels. The friction material covering a pad gradually wears off, and the pad will need replacement.
When a pad reaches its replacement time, a metal spike becomes visible in the friction material. This spike will scratch against the rotor and produce a screeching noise. When you hear this sound, it’s time to visit us for replacement pads. If a pad isn’t replaced before the material wears off, the metal pad will gouge into the rotor surface and damage it. Replacing your pads is quick and inexpensive and can prevent unnecessary rotor damage.
Leaking Brake Fluid
Brake fluid allows your braking system to work. It produces the hydraulic pressure that enables the calipers to close on the rotors and stop your car. Brake lines can rust, and brake hoses can develop leaks if they’re not regularly serviced. If you have a brake fluid leak, pressure in the braking system will drop, and your brake will become slower to respond.
A fluid leak can be difficult to spot, as the fluid is pale yellow. You will notice a lack of fluid when you step on the brake pedal and feel little resistance. We can easily find the cause of the leak and permanently seal it.
If you have a brake problem, call us ASAP at DELLA Mitsubishi.
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