Is Routine Brake Service Important?

Is Getting Your Brakes Serviced Important?

The only way a driver can keep themselves and their passengers safe is by having complete control over the ability to stop the car. Without fully-functioning brakes, even the best drivers are prone to accidents on the road. Whenever your brakes have experienced too much wear and tear, the Hendrick Mercedes-Benz of Northlake service department is here to help!

How To Tell When It Is Time For New Brakes

You can look out for a few things whenever trying to figure out if you need to take your vehicle in for brake service. The first indicator is your brake's change in performance. For example, if you notice that your vehicle is taking too long to stop or not decelerating at the same rate as before, it might be time to check your brakes. 

Another way you can tell that your brakes need servicing is by listening to the sounds they make. For example, if you hear a high-pitched noise every time you press your brake pedal, the brake pads likely need replacing. However, if the noise sounds like metals grinding against each other, there is a more severe issue, and something is wrong with another part of your brake system.

The Longer You Wait, The Higher The Cost

Putting off your brakes’ maintenance will cost you much more money in the long run! Many factors go into determining the lifespan of your brakes. If one car’s brakes are high-quality and properly maintained, they can last up to 70,000 miles.

Your car’s brakes can quickly wear away after only 25,000 miles, if it goes through harsher conditions and is not taken care of the right way. Servicing your brakes will be expensive if the repairs are severe and frequent. Save money by staying on top of servicing your brakes!

Brake Service at Hendrick Mercedes-Benz of Northlake

It is better to be safe than sorry, so have peace of mind and let our expert technicians check your entire braking system. The next time you are driving around North Charlotte, Huntersville, Mooresville, or Concord and feel something may be wrong with your brakes, schedule a service appointment with us at Hendrick Mercedes-Benz of Northlake.

We are happy to help with all of your maintenance needs and will have you feeling confident about the safety of our car!  Plus, we always have service coupons and financing available, so don’t forget to contact us whenever it is time to get your brakes serviced!