Maintenance: what you should do with your disc brakes
A frequent doubt among vehicle owners. In view of this, learn about the maintenance that your car’s disc brakes should undergo.
It goes without saying how important brakes are for your vehicle. Without them we cannot stop the car, being a vital element for safety on the road, therefore, the maintenance of this element must be taken with extreme seriousness and care.
Remember that they are a critical component that guarantees safe driving, where they are usually disc type. If this is your case, here are some maintenance tips to obtain optimum performance and prolong their useful life.
Periodic inspection
Regularly inspecting disc brakes for signs of wear or damage is the first thing to do. Don’t forget to take a look at the space between the pads and the discs, the surface of the discs and the brake cables.
In case you notice any signs of excessive wear or damage, take your car to the mechanic to have it examined and determine what to do about it.
Pad replacement
Brake pads wear out over time and there is nothing we can do about it. Therefore, they should be replaced when their thickness is below the recommended level, as it will influence the increase in braking time and decrease braking efficiency.
Cleaning
It is essential to keep disc brakes clean and free of dust or dirt to ensure good contact between the pads and discs, since the accumulation of these annoying particles will increase braking time, as well as reduce the effectiveness when applying pressure on the pedal.
Lubrication
Not to mention the importance of lubricating the moving parts of the brakes (nuts and bolts). This is done in order to avoid extreme wear and tear as well as to extend the life of the braking system.
Remember that lack of lubrication can cause unwanted wear and increase friction between parts, resulting in braking problems and endangering driving safety.
Safe driving
Believe it or not, the way you drive your vehicle affects the life of your disc brakes. Therefore, try to avoid aggressive driving, such as abrupt braking or emergency maneuvers due to inattention on the road.
Checking brake fluid pressure
Finally, do not forget to regularly check the brake fluid pressure, because if they are at an undesired level or lower than recommended, the braking efficiency will be reduced, causing the brake pads and discs to overwork.