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Most brake pads have a friction layer formed of metallic or semi-metallic materials bound together by resin. Some pads are ceramic or organic instead, but all wear down over time and usage. It’s important to know how long your truck’s brake pads are likely to last, plus the warning signs of a pad that needs replacement. The following issues will let you know that it’s time for new brake pads at your local Isuzu dealership.
Screeching When You Brake
Modern brake pads make it easy for you to know when they’re wearing out. A small metal tab is embedded inside the friction layer. Once this friction layer is mostly worn away, the tab emerges and scrapes harmlessly against the rotor. This creates an unmissable screeching sound.
Less Powerful Brakes
If your brake pads are completely worn out, overheating, or malfunctioning in some other way, your truck might lose stopping power. If you’re no longer stopping as promptly as usual, pull over as soon as you can and ask a trusted technician to check your brakes. If one of your brake pads isn’t to blame, you might have leaking brake fluid.
Veering to One Side
Brake pads don’t typically wear out all at once, so one failing pad might result in weakening brake force on just one side of your truck. This will cause the vehicle to veer slightly to one side when you apply the brakes, which is hazardous and should also prompt you to pull over.
Visibly Worn-Down Pads
Whenever you check your truck’s tires, also examine the brake pads. You can usually see the pads through the spokes of each wheel. If any of your brake pads appear to be extremely thin, it’s probably time for a replacement.
Harsh Grinding Sounds
When the friction layer of a brake pad disappears, only steel is left to press against the rotor. This damages the rotor and usually generates a harsh metallic grinding sound, which shouldn’t be ignored.
Brake Warning Light
Your Isuzu may know when a brake pad is worn out or weakening. If your truck detects anything out of the ordinary with your brakes, it will alert you with the brake warning light on your instrument panel.
Ask at Your Isuzu Dealership for New Brake Pads Today
If one or more of your brake pads have worn out, it’s best not to delay having new pads installed. We can do so promptly, returning your brakes to full strength in no time. It’s also advisable to schedule bi-annual brake inspections to ensure your brakes are always in great condition.
Visit Conley Isuzu in Bradenton, FL, today to have the brakes of your truck examined and repaired. We keep the region’s Isuzu drivers safe and productive on the road with top-notch vehicles and maintenance services.
