Get your vehicle’s brake pads replaced here at Birmingham Mitsubishi! Our talented service staff are ready and waiting to provide you with professional maintenance that’ll have your Mitsubishi ready to overtake the competition on I-20 without fail!

Brake Pads

There’s more than just one component that allows a car to come to a stop when the braking system is engaged, and the brake pads are among the group of core parts that are involved. When you step on the brake pedal, these pads are pressed against the rotors to create the necessary friction that’ll slow all four wheels from spinning. Over time, you’ll find that your car’s ability to come to a stop might not be quite as responsive as it was during its early years, and this can be the result of worn brake pads. However, by keeping up with the recommended service timeline for these components that’s provided in the Owner’s Manual of your car, you can avoid having your travels in Birmingham compromised by them suffering from age and attrition.

How to Detect Bad Brake Pads

More often than not, you can figure out just how well your vehicle’s brake pads are holding up by simply going for a drive and testing the responsiveness of the brakes. If it takes longer to come to a complete stop or there’s an audible squealing sound during the effort, then you’re most likely looking at worn brake pads. You may even experience strong shaking and vibrations when trying to slow down, as the braking system is having to work harder to compensate for the poor state of the brake pads. Should you notice any of these warning signs or other abnormalities that you believe are related to your car’s brakes, then feel free to visit our Service Department to get the opinion of our certified mechanics.

The Replacement Process

Since brake pads are positioned behind a vehicle’s wheels, we’ll have to remove the tires of your car when you come in for your brake pad replacement. Don’t worry though, as we’ll be sure to properly reinstall the tires along with the brand new brake pads. That way, you’ll be able to confidently make your next trip to Birmingham Zoo with your loved ones joining you for the ride. As for the older brake pads that are no longer any good, we’ll also dispose of those for you while you’re at our location. Do you have further questions about brake pad service or OEM certified parts? Reach out to our staff today to consult with an expert!

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