Brake Services
Your Brakes Work Hard, So Make Sure They Work Right
Brakes are critical for your vehicle’s performance and safety. So it’s important to know how they work, and when they will need maintenance next. Whitney Automotive & Diagnostics will help make sure your brakes function properly at all times.
A Quick 4 Part Breakdown
- Most braking systems feature numerous integral parts working together to ensure your vehicle properly stops. When you press the brake pedal, the master cylinder releases brake fluid, sending hydraulic pressure through brake lines and activating your vehicle’s brake pads (or shoes).
- These pads make contact with spinning rotors (or drums) to slow down or stop your vehicle. Other systems use sensors to activate the brake system, but the result is the same.
- The parts in your brake system wear down over time and eventually need to be replaced. Replacing brake pads is the most common brake repair because the pads erode each time you press the brake pedal.
- If the pads wear down too much without being replaced, the pads’ metal housing will make contact with the metal rotors, creating safety issues and potentially leading to rotor replacement too.
Is It Time For Brake Service?
Many warning signs can indicate when your brakes will soon start causing major problems. The best way to tell is by using all of the senses like hearing or sight as well a physical touch to better alert you to potential issues.
Here are some common things you might notice if there were something wrong:
- Brake Warning Light Comes on While Driving
- Brake Fluid Is Low and/or Appears Dirty
- Grinding or Squealing Sounds When Pressing the Brake Pedal
- Feeling a Pulsation or "Sponginess" When Pressing the Brake Pedal
- Your Vehicle Steers or Pulls to One Side While Braking
If you notice any of these signs or any other out-of-the-ordinary sights, sounds, or sensations in the brake system, make an appointment immediately. Ignoring brake system problems usually makes things worse in the long run. It’s always better to be safe than sorry!
Whitney Automotive Diagnostics Knows Your Braking Needs
Our technicians are trained to service today’s complex brake systems. We’ll inspect your vehicle’s brake system to make sure it’s working right, diagnose any problem and offer suggestions and an estimate for repair.
We provide full repair service for all your braking needs:
- Brake Pad Replacement
- Brake Hoses
- Rotor Service
- Brake Lines
- Brake Cylinders Replacement
- Brake Booster/Hydro Boost
- Anti-lock Brake System Service
Rest assured, our services are guaranteed to eliminate brake squeak. Plus, we can perform routine maintenance as suggested by your vehicle’s manufacturer. This usually means a brake system flush, removing the air and moisture from brake lines, and replacing brake fluid.
Whatever your braking system needs, we’ll deliver the service to help ensure everything works right. Trust Whitney Automotive & Diagnostics to take care of your vehicle’s brake service maintenance and repairs!
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(704) 938-2886
Location
Whitney Automotive & Diagnostics
910 N Main St