Every safety-conscious driver knows the importance of regular brake maintenance. It’s best not to wait for problems to develop before visiting your local Genesis dealership for a brake inspection. If you book routine inspections with our experienced technicians, you’ll ensure superb stopping power on every drive. In addition, here are some key warning signs that your brakes need attention.
6 Signs It’s Time for a Genesis Brake Inspection
Soft-Feeling Brake Pedal
There’s never a good reason for the brake pedal to feel different under your foot. If you think it’s softer or spongier than usual, trust your judgement; pull over right away. The softness may mean there’s less pressure inside the brake lines due to a leak. When brake fluid leaks, hydraulic pressure falls, preventing the brakes from working properly.
Brake Fluid Pooling Under Your Car
If you’re worried about a leak, look under the car for dripping or puddling brake fluid, which might be amber, blue, red, or green. You can check the color inside the brake reservoir, and also see if the fluid is low. Don’t continue to drive with a leak until it’s fixed.
Sudden Loss of Stopping Power
Leaking fluid will gradually reduce your car’s ability to stop. Brake fade from overheated brake pads might have a more dramatic impact, significantly extending your stopping distances. If this situation occurred, you’d need to stop safely as quickly as you could and allow your brakes to cool, after which the pads and rotors could be damaged.
Strange Noises When You Brake
Squealing, grinding, clattering, or whistling sounds are further indications of brake trouble. Worn-out brake pads will squeal or possibly growl if the friction layer has disappeared altogether. Caliper problems might create a loud clattering.
Pulsating Vibrations in the Pedal
Rotors will generate vibrations if they wear out and start to warp out of shape. Rotors damaged by overheating may also cause the brake pedal to pulsate rhythmically.
Six Months Since Your Last Inspection
If you haven’t had your brakes checked by a professional in six months, it’s time for an inspection. Drivers who regularly commute in busy traffic, tow trailers, or otherwise give their brakes more work to do should consider more frequent brake inspections.
Visit Your Genesis Dealership for Prompt Brake Service
When you bring your car in, we can raise it to take off the wheels and brake components. We’ll carefully examine each part, including the hoses and fluid. Any worn-out components will promptly be replaced, and we can inform you of the current condition of each rotor and brake pad.
Book a brake inspection today at Genesis of Melbourne in Melbourne, FL. We work closely with each customer to arrange the best-suited vehicle and financing. And our maintenance services meet the exceptional standards you’d expect with anything associated with the prestigious Genesis brand.
