What Your Car Brakes Are Trying to Tell You | Rooster
Your car’s brakes are among its most vital safety features, designed to help you avoid accidents and navigate the road safely. When something isn’t right, your brakes often give clear warning signs, but recognising and addressing them promptly is crucial. Here’s a guide to understanding what your car brakes are trying to tell you and how to maintain them for safe driving.
Common Car Brake Warning Signs
1. Squealing or Screeching Sounds
Cause: Worn brake pads.
Solution: Replace the pads immediately to prevent rotor damage.
2. Grinding Noise
Cause: Metal-on-metal contact from severely worn pads.
Solution: Inspect and replace both the pads and rotors if needed.
3. Vibrations While Braking
Cause: Warped rotors.
Solution: Resurface or replace the rotors to restore smooth braking.
4. Soft or Spongy Pedal
Cause: Air in the brake lines or a brake fluid leak.
Solution: Bleed the brake system and check for leaks.
5. Brake Warning Light
Cause: Low brake fluid levels or a system malfunction.
Solution: Check the fluid levels and consult a mechanic if necessary.
How to Maintain Your Car Brakes
Inspect Brake Pads: Check regularly for signs of wear to avoid costly repairs.
Flush Brake Fluid: Replace brake fluid every two years or according to your car’s manual.
Drive Mindfully: Avoid sudden or hard braking to prolong the lifespan of your brakes.
How Rooster Helps
Rooster’s app provides repair predictions and tracks maintenance schedules, helping you address brake issues before they escalate. Stay on top of your car’s safety by downloading the Rooster app today.
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