Younger Mitsubishi’s Tell Tale Signs You Need New Brakes! | Hagerstown, MD

Oct 14, 2022

Winter is right around the corner and when you hit the road you’re going to want to have peace of mind that your vehicle is in shape for whatever might be thrown your way! We preach that regular maintenance is important for your vehicle’s performance, especially during the winter months! So if you haven’t started your fall/ winter maintenance there is no better time than now! This week we are here to give you some points on your brakes! It’s no secret that the condition of your brakes weighs on your vehicle’s performance. If you haven’t serviced your vehicle’s brakes in a while then it might be time to do so before the slick snow and sleet get here! Below you will find a list of symptoms that will tell you if it’s time to change your old brakes out for new ones! And, if you find that your brakes aren’t up to par, schedule a service appointment at Younger Mitsubishi’s Service Center today and let our team of talented technicians get them up to snuff!

Tell Tale Signs You Need New Brakes:

Brake light on.

When one of the red or yellow brake indicators on your dashboard lights up it may mean you’re just due for an inspection or something could be wrong If you’re unsure what the light might mean, check your owner’s manual for more information

Squealing, squeaking, or grinding noise.

If you start hearing a high-pitched noise that stops when you apply the brakes that’s likely the sound of the brake pad wear indicators.They’re letting you know that your pads are worn out and need to be replaced before you get rotor damage,

Wobbling, Vibration or Scraping When Braking.

Shaking in the steering wheel or vibration when you apply the brakes may be the result of an uneven rotor.

Leaking Fluid.

If you’re experiencing a soft brake pedal, have a service technician look for fluid leaking from the master cylinder or elsewhere in the brake system.

Spongy or Soft Brake Pedal.

If you notice a difference in the resistance in the brake pedal, if it feels “softer” or sinks all the way to the floor mat when you press on it, it’s a sign you need immediate service.There could be air or moisture in the braking system or a problem with the master cylinder.

Car Pulling to One Side When Braking.

This could be caused by a brake hose gone bad or a caliper problem.

Burning Smell While Driving.

This could be a sign of overheating brakes or clutch. Stop immediately in a safe place, check your parking brake to make sure it’s fully released, and – allow the brakes to cool. If you don’t allow the brakes to cool you risk heating up the brake fluid to boiling, which can cause brake failure.