Brake pad replacements are some of the most common brake services that your VW will need. To preserve the rest of the braking system, brake pads come with a special lining made from a friction material. This material is designed to wear down over time. Driving without proper backing is a fast way to ruin other components in your braking system, so we recommend having this service performed on time!
If you go too long between brake pad replacements and the lining wears out, it will likely warp or damage the brake rotors. In addition, the rotors will become thinner over time and eventually need replacement, though it takes much longer for rotors to wear out than for brake pads. If warped rotors aren’t too thin, they can sometimes be resurfaced so that you get more life out of them. Rotors that are too thin will need to be replaced entirely.
Brake fluid is a key part of your braking system, since it transfers and amplifies the braking force. Over time, brake fluid loses its integrity and can absorb moisture. This makes braking less effective, which is incredibly dangerous. Your VW owner’s manual will have an interval at which you should have your brake fluid exchanged, and it’s best to have it done exactly when recommended so that your brakes don’t suffer!
A braking system inspection is a perfect way to diagnose a problem. Consider a break inspection from Bachman Volkswagen if you experience any of the following:
These are good causes for a braking inspection, but you shouldn’t wait for problems to occur. Regular braking system inspections can catch issues before they become full-blown problems that have the potential to put you in danger. The technicians at Bachman Volkswagen will be glad to perform an inspection so you can drive back home with the comfort of knowing your brakes are in good condition.
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