REAR BRAKE PAD REPLACEMENT SERVICE

Rear Brake Pad Maintenance

Brake pads create the resistance necessary to stop vehicles that weigh thousands of pounds. They are steel plates holding resin-bonded metals designed to create friction. New brake pads measure approximately 8 to 12 mm, with replacement needed when they are worn down to 3mm left on the backing plate. Rear brake pads are those positioned at the rear wheels. Rear brake pad replacement is the ideal corrective maintenance for worn rear pads and front pads with sufficient thickness remaining.

Rear Brake Pad Replacement Service

Rear brake pad replacement services are completed in a state-of-the-art facility by highly qualified expert technicians. We start by removing the rear wheels and exposing the rear braking components. The rear brake pads’ calipers are unbolted and inspected while depressing the piston and removing the worn pads. We install the new brake pads and perform a driving test to confirm that the brakes are working as expected. Brake pad replacements also include a complimentary multi-point inspection.

Worn Rear Brake Pad Indicators

Worn brake pads lead to poor braking performance and increased collision risk; however, brake pads are designed to tell the driver when they need replacement service. Many new vehicles have a brake pad monitoring system with a dashboard warning light that comes on when the brake pads are worn. All brake pads are designed to scrape the rotor and emit a metallic screeching sound when worn. Always get the brakes inspected if you notice a decline in stopping power, dashboard warning light, or hear strange noises from near the wheels while driving.