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Brakes Questions and Answers

What percent of brake pad life is 3mm?

When you purchase a new brake pad, it has a standard thickness of around 8 to 12 mm or about a half inch. Over time, your car's brake pad will wear away. A brake pad at 3 mm or around one tenth of an inch will take around 40,000 miles of driving to completely wear out. Don't wait until then to replace your brake pads. Once your brake pads reach 3 mm it is recommended that you schedule an appointment to get them replaced soon.

Why is my dashboard brake light on?

If the brake light indicator appears on your dashboard, it's either time for regular brake maintenance or an alert to a potential problem. Stop by Berrodin Parts Warehouse and let us help you diagnose this issue quickly.

Why are my brakes squeaking?

Noises coming from your brakes do not usually indicate a high-cost auto repair. It could be a foreign object such as a small stone or road debris. It could also be a signal that your brake-pads are wearing out and need replacing. As brake pads wear bits of metal in your brake pad come in contact with the rotor to create a squeaking noise when you apply the brakes.

Why are my brakes making a grinding noise?

Grinding noises usually indicate that your car's brake system is overdue for maintenance. The grinding sound is usually caused by the brake pad being completely worn away or the brake shoe scraping on metal contact points.

Why are my brakes vibrating?

If your car shakes or vibrates or wobbles when you apply the brakes, it indicates that the thickness of your rotor is uneven. Brake rotors are large, perfectly round, smooth metal discs that sit inside of the wheels. When the disc has become misshapen or unevenly worn it will vibrate or wobble when you hit the brakes. Left uneven, the material will continue to build on the uneven spots, making the problem worse over time. Come to Berrodin Parts Warehouse to get the face of your car's brake rotors resurfaced to fix the problem.

How do I know if my car is leaking brake fluid?

If your car does not stop as quickly as you expect you may be leaking brake fluid. This is a serious problem. An important part of the braking process involves brake fluid, which is used to create hydraulic pressure against the brake caliper. If your vehicle is leaking brake fluid, you won't be able to stop safely. We recommend taking your vehicle to an auto repair shop as quickly as possible if it is leaking brake fluid.

Why is my car pulling to one side when I am braking?

If your car is pulling to one side when braking it may be a bad brake hose or a caliper issue causing one brake to engage while the other is not. This causes a pull on the side where the brake is working properly.

Why are my brakes making a burning smell?

Overheated brakes cause a noticeable burning chemical smell. Pull over to a safe place and allow the brakes to cool. Ensure you did not accidentally leave the parking brake on. If there's any smoke coming from a wheel, it may be that the brake caliper is malfunctioning and locked in place. In this case, it may be unsafe to continue driving.

What are the 3 signs that brake pads are worn?

The three most common sounds that indicate you need to replace your brake pads are squeaking, grinding or the dashboard brake indicator light coming on.

What are the 3 types of brake pads?

There are three main types of brake pads in use today: non-asbestos organic, ceramic and semi-metallic. Come by Berrodin Parts Warehouse or consult your car's owner's manual to determine which type is best for your vehicle.

Berrodin stocks hundreds of thousands of unique items. Below is a list of just some of the major brands we carry in Brake parts

	AGS Steel Brake Lines www.agscompany.com
	Akebono Premium Brake Pads www.akebonobrakes.com
	Bendix Copper-Free Premium Brake Pads, Severe Duty Pads and Brake Rotors www.bendix-brakes.com/
	BBB Industries Remanufactured Semi-Loaded Brake Calipers www.bbbind.com/
	Bosch Premium Brake Pads www.boschautoparts.com/en
	Cardone Master Cylinders and Power Brake Boosters www.cardone.com
	Carlson Brake Hardware www.carlsonqualitybrakeparts.com
	DMA Goodpoint Brake Wear Sensors www.dmagoodpoint.com
	Dorman Brake Hoses, Master/Slave/Wheel Cylinders, and more www.dormanproducts.com
	Power Stop Performance Brake Pads and Rotors www.powerstop.com
	Raybestos Brake Rotors, Brake Drums, and Loaded Calipers www.raybestos.com
	SilentStop Brake Pads and Brake Shoes www.silentstopbrakes.com
	S.U.R.&R. Brake Line Tubing and Repair Kits www.surrauto.com

What is the 30-30-30 rule for brakes?

Brake specialists advise initiating new brake pads by using a 30-30-30 method: Perform 30 gradual stops from 30 mph, allowing 30 seconds between each stop for the brakes to cool. This process protects against excessive heat buildup until the resins in the pads have completely cured.