Worn out Rotors leading to Brake Replacement?
Braking is a process that is repeated hundreds of times throughout the life of your vehicle without much thought from the driver. That is a problem is noticed, like sliding through stop signs! As you step on the brake pedal, your vehicle's forward motion and the energy that it builds is converted into friction and heat. If your braking system is functioning correctly—you will slow down and then come to a complete stop.
Over time, the friction and heat created by the pads clamping down on the rotors begin to wear down the metal surface of the rotors. Generally, a minor brake repair can resolve this problem. But if ignored for too long, you will be headed for a costly brake replacement.
Thin Rotors + Warped Rotors = Brake Replacement
New rotors are smooth and flat and cause little or no vibration during the braking process. They spin at a high revolution as the brake pads make contact. As the rotors get thinner, they lose their ability to channel heat away from the braking process and become too hot. The combination of too thin and too hot will keep your vehicle from stopping promptly.
Unless the appropriate brake repair is made, you will notice several types of problems--the rotors will warp, the brake fluid can boil, and the brake pads get too hot and produce gases that cause the brakes to fail. The pads will also warp as they overheat, and can then become scored with deep scars.
When you start to notice more than the usual vibration when braking, schedule a brake repair as soon possible! Some vehicle owners are tempted to put off paying for brake repair. Don't wait for an accident because of failing brakes! The safest strategy is a complete brake replacement.
A quality brake service will keep your brakes in good working order before they become a safety concern. Contact our ASE Certified technicians today at (763) 441-2889 or go to www.elkrivertireandauto.com for more information. Our auto service center in Elk River, MN proudly serves residents in the areas of Zimmerman, and Otsego, Minnesota.
Braking is a process that is repeated hundreds of times throughout the life of your vehicle without much thought from the driver. That is a problem is noticed, like sliding through stop signs! As you step on the brake pedal, your vehicle's forward motion and the energy that it builds is converted into friction and heat. If your braking system is functioning correctly—you will slow down and then come to a complete stop.
Over time, the friction and heat created by the pads clamping down on the rotors begin to wear down the metal surface of the rotors. Generally, a minor brake repair can resolve this problem. But if ignored for too long, you will be headed for a costly brake replacement.
Thin Rotors + Warped Rotors = Brake Replacement
New rotors are smooth and flat and cause little or no vibration during the braking process. They spin at a high revolution as the brake pads make contact. As the rotors get thinner, they lose their ability to channel heat away from the braking process and become too hot. The combination of too thin and too hot will keep your vehicle from stopping promptly.
Unless the appropriate brake repair is made, you will notice several types of problems--the rotors will warp, the brake fluid can boil, and the brake pads get too hot and produce gases that cause the brakes to fail. The pads will also warp as they overheat, and can then become scored with deep scars.
When you start to notice more than the usual vibration when braking, schedule a brake repair as soon possible! Some vehicle owners are tempted to put off paying for brake repair. Don't wait for an accident because of failing brakes! The safest strategy is a complete brake replacement.
A quality brake service will keep your brakes in good working order before they become a safety concern. Contact our ASE Certified technicians today at (763) 441-2889 or go to www.elkrivertireandauto.com for more information. Our auto service center in Elk River, MN proudly serves residents in the areas of Zimmerman, and Otsego, Minnesota.
