Whether on the open highway, on a city street in Springfield, or in a residential neighborhood, fewer things are more frightening than discovering that your brakes have stopped working. However, proper vehicle maintenance from our experts at Jack Stoldt Auto Services Center can help prevent this from happening, including awareness of signs that something’s going wrong with your brakes. Following are six telltale signs that your brakes may be in danger of failing.
You Hear Grinding or Squealing Sounds
If you hear grinding or high-pitched squealing noises when you apply the brakes in your vehicle, that could indicate that your car is due for new brakes. At the very least, you probably need new brake pads. Be sure to get to an auto repair service as soon as possible when you notice these sounds.
You Notice a Puddle in Your Driveway
If you notice a puddle in your driveway that’s roughly the same color and consistency as motor oil but isn’t quite as oily, chances are good that it’s brake fluid — and if you’ve got brake fluid in your driveway, you’ve got a leak in your braking system. The experts at Jack Stoldt Auto Services Center should be able to tell you if the brakes can be repaired or if you need a car brake replacement.
Your Brake Pedal Vibrates When You Press It
Another warning sign that your car brakes may be failing is when the pedal vibrates or shakes when you apply the brakes. This could mean the brake rotors are worn out and must be replaced.
Your Car Is Slow to Stop
If the vehicle stops slowly when you step on the brakes, you must take your car to an auto repair service in Springfield as soon as possible. This is a serious sign of failing brakes that should never be ignored.
Your Brake Pedal Suddenly Seems Overly Touchy
On the flip side of being too slow to stop when the brake pedal is applied, malfunctioning brakes sometimes become so touchy that the vehicle jerks to a stop at the slightest pressure on the pedal.
Your Car Pulls to One Side When the Brake is Applied
If the car pulls to one side when you apply the brake, this is a possible indication of worn brake linings and could also mean that a significant amount of debris has managed to get into your brake fluid. While this may not necessarily mean that you need new brakes, you must take your vehicle to an auto service so the problem can be properly diagnosed.
Contact Jack Stoldt Auto Service Center for More Information
Residents of Springfield and surrounding communities know they can trust our mechanics to keep their vehicles running well and safely. Please contact Jack Stoldt Auto Services Center through our convenient online form or call us at 217.522.9113 to schedule an appointment to have your vehicle serviced.
