Dave Stinnett
Auto Repair Service
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Dave's Brake Failure
Symptoms
Noises
Your brake system may be crying for
help if you're hearing strange noises when you depress the brake. Two of
the most common are squeaks are grinding.
Squeaks
Friction from the brake lining causes
heat. Under extreme
conditions this can damage the pads
and/or lining, brake drums and rotors.
Grinding
A metallic grinding sound indicates
your brake pads are worn through. Metal-to-metal contact will damage drums
or rotors.
Low or Fading Brake Pedal
Do your brakes require pumping to
stop the car?
Does the pedal sink to the floor
board when you're stopped at a light?
There may be a leak in the brake
system, air in the brake lines, or the need for a brake adjustment.
Pulling to one side or brake drag
Worn or uneven brake linings or a
damaged brake line can cause your vehicle to pull to one side.
Brakes that are out of adjustment
or have contaminated fluid can cause brakes to drag.
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