Posted on 2/24/2013
Do you think it might be time to replace your brake pads? If so, your biggest concern is probably how much it’s going to cost to do so. Before you start worrying about that, however, it’s important to make sure that your problem actually is worn brake pads. Many more serious brake problems can masquerade as faulty brake pads and, if left unchecked, can cause serious damage to your vehicle. Only a qualified mechanic can let you know for sure if failing brake pads are the cause of your car troubles. With that said, however, if you hear a steady squealing noise when you drive, it’s likely time to replace your brake pads. This noise will generally persist throughout your drive and stop only when you exert pressure on the brake. At first, the squealing noise may be just a minor annoyance, one that doesn’t have an impact on your driving. This can make it tempting to ignore the problem, but don’t! The longer you go without replacing your brake pads, the higher the risk of ca ... read more