4 Aspects Of Your Brakes To Inspect

One important part of your vehicle that occasionally needs to be serviced is the brakes. Here are some things that should be inspected to ensure your brakes are operating just fine. 

Brake Fluid Inspection

An easy thing to check is the brake fluid level. There will be a reservoir under the hood that contains the brake fluid, with a line indicating where the brake fluid needs to be. If the brake fluid is below the proper levels, this means that you could have a leak where you are losing brake fluid. Take your vehicle to a mechanic to have the problem inspected further.

Brake Line Inspection

One of the things that a mechanic is going to do is put your vehicle on a hoist to get a close look at all of the brake hoses. They will check for portions that may be corroded or actively leaking fluid. If there is a leak in the system, a damaged hose is relatively easy to repair and get you back on the road.

Caliper Inspection

The next part that should be looked at is the calipers. Your mechanic will want to make sure that you do not have any fluid leaking from the calipers at all, or else they will need to be replaced. Sometimes the calipers may be soaking in brake fluid and it is quite obvious, but there may be a small leak that is not so obvious. The calipers can also be inspected to ensure that they are moving properly and not sticking. 

Wheel Cylinder Inspection

There are a couple of things that can be done with the wheel cylinder to ensure that it is in good condition, but the brake drum needs to be removed in order to inspect it. Much like the caliper, a wheel cylinder that is covered in brake fluid will need to be replaced. The brake pad should also be inspected as well to ensure that there is enough material on the brake pads for it to work effectively. The brake pads should also be checked to ensure that they are in the right position since their being off can cause the brake pedal to feel squishy. 

If you feel like something is wrong with your vehicle's brakes, take it in to be inspected by a mechanic. You don't want to run the risk of your brakes not working when you need them the most. 

For more information on brake services, contact a company like Heritage Auto Pro.


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