When you need a brake repair, your car will let you know all about it. From strange noises to problems with the brake pedal, it’s almost impossible to miss the signs that something is wrong. When these issues show up, make an appointment at your Buick dealer or GMC dealer ASAP so the technicians can get to work on fixing your vehicle.
6 Signs You Need a Brake Repair from Your Buick Dealer or GMC Dealer
1. Metallic Scraping Noises
You’re driving along with your windows up and the radio off, and then you hear a high-pitched scraping sound when you brake. It sounds like two pieces of metal being scraped against each other, and that’s exactly what the sound is caused by.
The sound typically means that your brake pads have worn down enough to expose the metal brake pad wear indicator, which is making contact with your metal rotors when you brake. It’s time for a brake pad replacement.
2. Grinding Sounds
You apply the brakes and hear a jarring grinding sound, and this noise occurs every time you step on the brake pedal now. Like the sound above, this noise also indicates that your brake pads are worn down, but now they’re so worn down that your rotors may be getting damaged.
3. Low Brake Pedal
You attempt to brake, but the brake pedal isn’t in its usual position. It’s a little lower down than it usually is. This can be a sign of many different problems with the braking system, including simple issues such as a brake fluid leak or an air leak.
4. Spongy Brake Pedal
You put your foot down on the brake pedal, but the pedal sinks straight to the floor, and it almost feels like you’re stepping on a sponge. The pedal is supposed to have resistance, so there’s definitely something wrong when that resistance goes away. This problem, like the one above, can also indicate some kind of leak in the braking system.
5. Feedback
You feel a vibrating or pulsating sensation when you step on the brake pedal. This can happen if you have anti-lock brakes and you have to slam on the brakes in an emergency, but it shouldn’t happen during normal, gentle braking. If it does happen during regular braking, then it’s often a sign that your rotors are warped and should be resurfaced or replaced as soon as possible.
6. Pulling
You brake as normal and have the steering wheel in a neutral position, but the car pulls to one side as if you attempted to make a turn. This problem often tells you that there’s debris in your brake fluid, so it should be drained and replaced. It can also be a sign that your brake linings are unevenly worn down.
Swing by Royal Moore Buick GMC in Hillsboro, OR to get your brakes fixed promptly. Call us at 503-616-7041 to make an appointment today.
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