Brake Pad Replacements Near New Orleans, LA

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Brake Pad Replacement Service at Premier Nissan of Metairie

You would never hop behind the wheel of a car that didn’t have working brakes. Your brakes are one of the most important systems in your vehicle, but they can be easy to forget about, as most drivers just expect them to work time and time again. Over time though, parts of your braking system can wear away, like your brake pads. These usually need to be replaced somewhere between every 20,000 to 40,000 miles, so if you need a new pair, you can visit us at Premier Nissan of Metairie.

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What Are Brake Pads?

Every action has an equal and opposite reaction. When your heavy car hits high speeds, it’s going to need a lot of force to bring it back down to a halt. Your braking system has to create enough pressure to slow you down within just a few seconds, but this comes at a cost. All that friction has to go somewhere, and this is where your brake pads come in. Every time you hop behind the wheel, you’re going to hit your brake pedal at some point, and this is going to slowly wear your brake pads down. When they get to the point that they barely have anything left, you might begin to hear a squealing sound. This is because most brake pads come with squealer tabs, which are designed to warn you that your brake pads aren’t in the best shape. It’s best to replace your brake pads quickly once this happens as if you don’t, you could be risking damage to your rotors. If you’re near Gonzales, Metairie, or Marrero, you can find your next set today at Premier Nissan of Metairie.

Are My Brake Pads Failing?

Eventually, your brake pads will wear away until there’s nothing left. Here are a few signs that can help you determine if your brake pads are in rough shape.

  • Listen for Noise: Squealer tabs will squeal when there’s not enough pad left, but you could also hear a grinding noise. This could mean that your brake pad is entirely gone and that your rotor is taking damage. If you hear this, you’ll want to look for any grooves or cuts on your rotor.
  • How Does Braking Feel?: If you’re having trouble coming to a stop, then there could be some problems behind the scenes. You shouldn’t feel like your car is grinding when you’re driving, and your pedal should be easy to push down. If it’s giving resistance, or it’s kicking back, then something isn’t right. You could also notice that your vehicle is pulling either to the left or the right as you drive, which could mean that your brakes are more worn on one side of your model.

Where Do I Repair My Brake Pads?

If your brake pads are worn down to the point that they aren’t doing their job, then it’s time to find a new set. Your brake pads are something that you’ll want to routinely check on in the future as they’re usually rated to last between 20,000 and 40,000 miles. By checking in routinely, you should be able to prevent damage to some of your other parts like your rotors. If you need help finding your next set of brake pads, we can find you a suitable pair at Premier Nissan of Metairie.

 

Your brake pads are important, so if they’re worn down, you can schedule a brake pad service with us at Premier Nissan of Metairie.