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With every vehicle, issues may sometimes come from nowhere. Of course, taking your car for yearly maintenance checks could give you a chance to avoid eventual problems with the car, but everyday issues can still occur. One of the many concerns might be screeching brakes, and there are some ways to avoid this, depending on if they are new or old. Brake squeaking is likely the result of driving conditions and even driving habits. Below we’ll provide a breakdown of the more frequent reasons as to why your brakes are making so much noise, how many miles brake pads should last, and when you should change them.
This may shock you, but one of the reasons for brake squealing is that your brakes are just too new. Your car’s brakes might require a few more trips to work to get accustomed to the car. Sometimes weather conditions may lead to moisture covering your brakes, and it may take a while to remove that moisture. Also, the way you drive can cause brake squeaking. Heavy braking or “riding” your brakes can lead to brake squeaking, especially if they are brand-new. If this is the case, try giving your brakes a rest to help reduce more heat.
Older brakes are typically the reason you might experience that squeaking noise as well. Throughout the years, parts on every car will likely begin to wear down because of moisture, driving habits, rust, and if it is garaged or not. The simple solution is to get those brakes replaced with brand-new ones. However, a change in the way you drive on the highway could help reduce the screeching before driving them to the shop.
The life of brakes can last thousands of miles, depending on the way drivers treat the brakes. Understanding how you drive is essential, as it can help drivers understand when to change the brake pads. Brake pads typically last 25,000 to 65,000 miles, but aggressive driving can cause that number to shrink. Riding your brakes (when a foot is always on the brakes) and hard braking puts heat and pressure on your brake pads and could lead to diminishing their life. If squeaking starts to occur, you might get them looked at and try changing how you drive to extend the pad’s lifespan.
If you think your brake pads need to be changed, don’t wait another minute to contact us at Folsom Lake Toyota to schedule a service appointment. Our team of experts will take all of the guesswork out of determining the brake service that your car, truck, SUV, or minivan needs. We proudly service all makes and models of vehicles. Schedule your brake service appointment today.
