Posted on 1/27/2017
One of the most important features of your car is your brakes. In order for you as well as others to remain safe on the road it’s imperative that you check how well your brakes are performing. As a rule of thumb, brake pads should be replaced about every 50,000 miles. However, every car is different and there are a variety of warning signs that can indicate you may need new brake pads. Here are 5 signs it’s time to replace your brake pads: Squeaking or Squealing Noise Coming From Brakes The first sign that it’s time to replace your brake pads is if you hear persistent squeaking or squealing. Although squeaky brakes can be normal in some weather conditions—rain, for example—having squeaky brakes during every weather condition indicates there may be a problem. If your brakes are squeaking persistently it’s time to have your car and brakes evaluated by a professional. Indicator Light Turns On Another sign that it’s time to replace your brake pads is when the indica ... read more