One of the most important consumable parts of your vehicle are your brakes. They are also the most important safety feature of your vehicle, being the first line of defense against accidents. Typically, one of the most common maintenance practices regarding your brakes is the replacement of your brake pads, but there are other components to your brake system that are just as important for them to function correctly.
How do you know when there is a problem with your brakes? Honestly, you get used to the way they feel and sound and how well they work, so when something is off, you know. If you live in or around Carlsbad, there are four locations for Premier Carlsbad to have work done to your brakes. They are Premier Chevrolet of Carlsbad, Premier Buick GMC of Carlsbad, Premier Cadillac of Carlsbad, and Premier Kia of Carlsbad. All four locations are part of Premier Automotive Carlsbad.
Honestly, this is an “it depends” answer, meaning everyone drives differently. People don’t live in the same environments, and they don’t drive on the same surfaces. Brake pads and shoes can last 20,000 to 80,000 miles. Brake fluid can last 2-5 years before it needs to be flushed and replaced. Your owner’s manual will provide the best guidance on your vehicle as the recommendations there come from the vehicle manufacturer, and those recommendations will be more specific for the make and model of your vehicle. If you no longer have your manual, your best practice would be to have your brakes inspected every 10,000-15,000 miles. The service technicians can tell when it’s getting time for repairs or service by the way your brake system looks.
If you believe that you need brake services, or you are experiencing problems with you braking system, contact us and set up an appointment with one of our service center locations, or schedule service online.
