The braking system is the most important safety device of a car. Period. However, many drivers do not seem to understand brake systems very well.
Most cars use a front disc/rear drum brake setup, although most sports cars and most premium sedans use disc brakes at all four wheels. Disc brakes use a circular rotor (the disc) that rotates with the wheel. When the brakes are engaged, a set of pads that are attached to a caliper, clamps down on the disc to help bring the vehicle to a stop. Drum brakes use pads–called “shoes”–that are mounted inside a round “drum.” Those shoes push out against the rotating drum in order to provide stopping power for the car.
Because most of the vehicle’s weight shifts to the front during braking, that means that the front brakes have to handle most of the work. That also means the front brakes wear faster–sometimes as quickly as 30,000 miles.
If you notice that your vehicle is not stopping as quickly as it used to, or if you hear noises when you apply the brakes, come in for a quick braking system inspection. It’s better to be safe than sorry, and you definitely want to make sure your braking system is working perfectly.
Need brake service, brake repair, or maintenance? Whatever the need, our staff at SFCS will be happy to take care of your vehicle so that it may safely take care of you.
Call 650-960-6988, or schedule an appointment with Sunnyvale Foreign Car Service. We welcome you to stop by our shop at 83 B Pioneer Way, Mountain View, CA, 94041, if you have any questions about your auto’s performance or braking system maintenance.
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