In the realm of vehicle maintenance, the importance of brake health cannot be overstated. It is crucial that attention be paid to the functionality of brakes, as they play a vital role in ensuring safe driving conditions. This blog post will focus on key signs that a visit to a brake service shop may be necessary.
Unusual Noises
When brakes are applied, any unusual sounds should not be ignored. High-pitched squealing or grinding noises are often indicative of worn brake pads.
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Engine trouble isn't something you should ignore. Repair is sometimes possible if engine troubles are addressed early, but more severe issues may still require an engine rebuild. These are some of the most common signs that there is engine trouble under your car's hood.
1. Knocking Noises
Once you hear the engine knocking it may be too late to avoid all damage. Knocking that is a result of low engine oil levels or issues with the oil pressure in the engine can cause irreversible engine damage thanks to a lack of lubrication.
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Your car's brake pads are a regular maintenance item, but they're long-lasting. Depending on your driving habits and pad material, your brakes can easily last for 50,000 miles or more. Unfortunately, this long life may also lead some drivers to keep brake pads on their vehicles for far too long. While old won't necessarily prevent your car from stopping, deferred maintenance can have costly consequences.
If you're in the habit of allowing your brake pads to wear down well beyond their useful lifespan, you may want to reconsider your maintenance strategy.
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Car engines rarely break down without first giving plenty of warning that something is going wrong. Knowing the signs of a developing engine problem means you can get the car in quickly when repairs are still an option because the damage hasn't yet become severe enough to necessitate a full engine replacement.
1. Knocking Sounds
One of the most common symptoms of engine distress is knocking noises from under the hood.
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Owning a car comes with many responsibilities. Drivers who neglect to get mandatory maintenance performed on their vehicles run the risk of having significant mechanical failures. Some issues can lead to tragic situations such as collisions. Brake repairs are a type of maintenance that falls into this category. Advanced signs of brake issues might mean that a braking system is damaged and could stop working and cause an accident. The best option is to get brakes inspected at the correct intervals.
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