BRAKE SERVICE AND REPAIR
Your brakes may need to be repaired or serviced if you experience any of the following symptoms:
- Car stops or slows down more slowly than usual
- Grinding or squealing sounds when braking
- While braking, the car leans to one side or nosedives
- The brake pedal is mushy or soft
- Increased resistance, a trapped or difficult-to-press feeling when using the brakes when braking, vibrating
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At My Mechanic Auto Center, we want our Austin clients to be able to feel at ease in their cars. You can trust our experts to handle the repairs and services, but don't be afraid to ask us questions about why a service is required or how it happened. We would be pleased to chat with you if you gave us a call at 803-661-6568
Brake Anti-Lock System
Anti-lock Brake Systems (ABS) make sure that the wheels continue to turn when applying the brakes, which reduces the risk of a car skidding and gives the driver more control. Visit My Mechanic Auto Center if your ABS light illuminates, and we'll be pleased to identify and resolve the issue.
Flushing of Brake Fluid
Over time, brake fluid will collect water from the air, decreasing the effectiveness of the brake system and making the fluid corrosive, potentially destroying the system. To make sure that your car is using new fluid, it's crucial to do a brake fluid flush on a regular basis. Find out from our mechanics at My Mechanic Auto Center when a brake fluid flush is necessary.
Brake Hose
A brake hose is a tube that connects the master cylinder to the brakes while under pressure. A brake that is lagged or slow may be caused by a crushed hose, and a brake system failure may result from a hose leak. Although they don't need to be replaced frequently, you should replace them as soon as they start to fracture or deteriorate.
Replacement of brake pads and shoes
Squealing brakes are typically a sign of brake pad issues. You'll know it's too late and you're destroying your rotors or drums if you hear a grinding metal-on-metal sound when you brake if your brake pads have fully worn out. Those that are knowledgeable about vehicle repair might be able to solve this themselves, but if you have braking issues, you should always consult an auto repair expert right away.
Replaced Calipers
When you use the brakes, the brake caliper, which houses your brake pads and fits around the rotor like a clamp, presses the pads up against the rotor. Your automobile may slide forward when you brake if your brakes are not applied evenly due to a brake caliper issue. In inclement weather, uneven braking can also make your car slip out of control, so call My Mechanic Auto Center right away.