Brake Repairs in Chertsey

What brakes involves

Brakes wear gradually, which is exactly why people miss it. Pads thin out, discs wear down and develop lips, and the pedal slowly changes feel until one emergency stop shows you how much has been lost. If anything about your braking feels different, get it checked — a brake inspection is quick and tells you exactly where you stand.

Signs your brakes need attention

• Squealing or scraping when you brake — the wear indicator doing its job
• A harsh grinding noise, which usually means metal on metal and disc damage
• The brake pedal feels soft, spongy or travels further than it used to
• The car pulls to one side under braking
• Vibration or judder through the pedal or steering when slowing from speed
• The brake warning light is on, or the fluid level has dropped

What we do at the workshop

1. 1Remove the wheels and measure pad thickness and disc condition
2. 2Check calipers and slider pins for seizing, which is a common cause of uneven pad wear
3. 3Inspect flexible hoses and brake lines for perishing, corrosion and leaks
4. 4Check brake fluid level and condition
5. 5Replace pads and discs in axle sets with quality parts, and clean and lubricate the caliper hardware
6. 6Bed the brakes in and road test where appropriate before handing the car back