BRAKE PAD REPLACEMENT SERVICES
BRAKE PAD REPLACEMENT
M&R Automotive is a leading auto repair shop serving Menlo Park, Atherton, Daly City, Palo Alto, and Belmont. Your car’s brakes play a critical role in safely stopping the vehicle as well as how it handles. Anytime your brakes make noise, vibrate or you notice a change in pedal pressure, the wise move is to schedule a brake inspection at M & R Automotive.
We’ll perform a multi-point inspection of your brake pads, rotors, calipers, brake lines and related brake system hardware. Our technicians will identify the actual source of the problem and recommend the best possible repair.
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Brake Replacement
Your car’s braking system is the first line of defense in an impending accident. Driving a car with bad brakes puts the driver and other road users at risk of an accident. On the other hand, ensuring your vehicles have well-functioning brakes can save your life and other road users. Therefore, ensure your brakes are in good condition before driving.
A good braking system is important to a safe journey. At M & R Automotive Repair, we offer brake replacement services needed for the safe operation of the vehicle. We have expert technicians trained to fix your vehicle brakes. So you can be assured that your car is in safe hands.
SMOG Check
We are a STAR certified SMOG check station. If you need a smog check to register your vehicle in California, we can help. Give us a call if you have any questions about getting your vehicle smogged, or click the button below to schedule an appointment to bring your vehicle in.
Professional Brake Inspection
During a comprehensive break inspection, our technicians examine pad thickness and wear patterns. We then inspect the disk rotors for damage, warping or signs of excessive wear. At the same time, we assess the state of the calipers and hardware for problems. We also look for signs of brake fluid leaks, damaged brake lines and other conditions capable of affecting braking performance.
This thorough inspection helps us determine whether your vehicle needs brake pad replacement alone or a more complete brake service. Our technicians will help you understand what, if any, brake system service your car needs.
Brake Pad Replacement
A vehicle’s brake pads naturally wear a miniscule amount every time you step on the brake pedal. As the friction surface material becomes thinner, you might start to notice squealing, grinding, or a change in pedal feel. Some pads also use wear indicators designed to produce an audible warning as the pad approaches the end of its service life.
If the brake pads need replacing, we’ll install the appropriate pads for your vehicle. Professional installation also includes checking the caliper assembly and ensuring the pads smoothly contact the disc rotors to reduce the risk of warping.
Brake Rotor Service and Replacement
Brake rotors endure a great deal of heat, wear, and corrosion over time. If their surface is warped, damaged or worn-away severely it will affect braking performance. Left unchecked worn rotors could potentially damage the calipers.
Our brake service technicians inspect the rotor surface as part of every brake service. If we notice an issue, we’ll help you understand what repair or replacement options are best. Caught early, some rotor problems can be addressed by precision resurfacing. For a more severe issue, we might need to completely replace the brake rotors on one or both axles.
Caliper and Brake Hardware Inspection
Brake calipers do the hard work of applying and release pressure between the brake pads and disc rotors. Our technicians inspect the calipers and mounting hardware for signs of sticking, damage or uneven operation.
Brake Line and Fluid Inspection
Brake fluid also plays a critical role in transferring hydraulic pressure from the brake pedal to the calipers and other brake system components. Our professional brake inspection process includes a thorough inspection of all brake lines and connections for signs of leaks, corrosion or damage.
We also inspect the quality and level of your brake fluid. We’ll let you know if it needs replacing to ensure your brake system never overheats.
Schedule Your Brake Inspection
If your vehicle’s brakes are grinding, squeaking, vibrating, or the car is pulling to one side, you need to call M & R Automotive to schedule a professional inspection. We’ll evaluate your entire braking system, to determine any areas of concern. Then help you determine the next appropriate step.