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Straight answers about your brakes.
What a noise means, whether it's safe to drive, and what the fix costs. Answers from the people who fix brakes all day at sixteen shops in Alabama, Florida and Tennessee.
Noises and feel
What does a grinding noise when I brake mean?
Grinding when you brake usually means the brake pads are worn through and metal is rubbing on the rotor.
Read the answerWhy does my steering wheel shake when I brake?
A steering wheel that shakes only when you brake usually points to the front brake rotors.
Read the answerWhy does my brake pedal feel soft or spongy?
A soft or spongy brake pedal usually means air or moisture in the brake fluid, or a leak in a brake line, hose or caliper.
Read the answerWhat it costs
Brake care
How do I know when my brakes need to be repaired or replaced?
The noises, feelings and warning lights that mean it's time for a look.
Read the answerHow do I know when I need to replace my brake fluid?
Brake fluid soaks up moisture and wears out with age. Replace it about every 2 years or 24,000 miles.
Read the answerHow can I make my brakes last longer?
Nine habits that make pads and rotors last, from coasting to keeping the fluid fresh.
Read the answerWhat should I know about my brakes in severe weather?
Rain, heat, ice and road salt all change how your brakes behave.
Read the answerYour free brake inspection includes:
Measured, not guessed. New pads start around 12 mm. We start the conversation near 3 mm, and you see the number.
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