Car brake pads are something essential for the correct functioning of the car and for its safety.
So, like all the other elements that make up the vehicle, they are subject to wear and must be changed whenever necessary.
To understand if there are any anomalies, it is necessary to observe and listen to the progress of the machine. Obviously it is necessary to replace the brake pads before they deteriorate completely.
If they get to ruin completely, there can be serious consequences for the vehicle itself.
Brake pads, how they work and why they get damaged
The car brake pads are fundamental components of the system, they act on the wheels, braking them when necessary through friction. When we accelerate and therefore do not act on the wheels, they circulate quietly. As soon as we step on the brake, the car slows down, through an impulse given to the Hydromechanical system, which acts on the pads and allows friction on the discs.
The system consists of several elements, the brake pads are important, as much as the discs. The discs are made of a special cast iron, in some cars they are ceramic or carbon fiber, everything varies according to the aesthetic appearance of the vehicle. Under the action of the pads, the discs block the car’s wheels by exploiting friction. Discs last much longer than pads, so they last longer and require no maintenance.
The pads, on the other hand, are formed by a metal plate, which also works at high temperatures. They wear out because they are used every time you drive and decelerate. To influence wear of the pads there is the quality of the material, then the frequency of use, driving, driving style, the characteristics of the car and the road that is often used, as well as the type of car. Everything changes whether it is a sports car or a small car.
How recommended it is to replace the brake pads
In any case, the replacement takes place after some time and kilometers traveled, the obvious symptoms that indicate that the brake pads need to be replaced is the screeching when braking, the vibrations on the brake pedal follow every time it is used, the brake warning light coming on e does not go out when in motion, the smell of burning every time you go to brake.
The replacement takes place after about 30,000 or 40,000 km. The replacement is part of ordinary maintenance, it is an intervention that those who are familiar with and know the world of cars can carry out directly in the garage. While those who do not know where to put their hands are always invited to contact a specialized workshop, to avoid making mistakes and serious damage.
