Vehicle Brake Disc & Pads replacement
Brake Repairs
Vehicle Brake Repairs & Replacement in Larbert, Falkirk
Safety is always a high priority, especially when driving. Our team of experts care about your safety and will make sure your brakes are in perfect working order. We offer a full line of inspection services, from brake replacement to complete brake system overhauls.
If you are concerned about the performance of your brakes or would like them checked before going on a long journey, please book an appointment and our expert brake technicians will completely overhaul your brakes.
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Vehicle Brake FAQs
When should I expect to replace my brakes?
Different driving styles have a significant effect on the brake pads lifespan. The more braking you do, the more wear and tear they get.
Brake pads should always be replaced before they get down to 3 mm, as this is the safety limit. Brake discs are more difficult to replace than pads, so it’s recommended that you replace your discs when they get down to the manufacturer’s specified minimum thickness.
On front wheel drive vehicles you can expect the front to need replaced sooner than the rear, as they are handling a higher percentage of the braking load.
What does a brake pad
do?
When you engage the brakes, sophisticated technology takes over. A cylinder that sends brake fluid through hoses, down to the calipers is activated. The calipers engage your brake pads. Your brake pads apply pressure to the rotor, which is directly connected to each wheel. This pressure creates the friction needed to slow or stop your vehicle. When the rotor slows, so do your wheels.
When do I need a brake inspection?
Signs to look out for can include:
- Pulling to one side
- Dashboard light
- Squeaking, grinding or pulsating
- If the pedal feels soft or spongy
- If it’s been more than 2 years since your had your brake fluid changed
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I replace my brake pads?
Brake pads should always be replaced before they wear down to 3mm, as this is the safety limit. Driving style affects wear speed, and front pads on front-wheel-drive vehicles typically need replacing sooner than the rear, as they handle more of the braking load.
How do I know if my brake discs need replacing?
Brake discs should be replaced once they reach the manufacturer’s specified minimum thickness. Discs are more involved to replace than pads, so it’s worth having them checked as part of a brake inspection if you’re unsure of their condition.
What does a brake pad actually do?
When you brake, fluid is sent through hoses to the callipers, which engage the brake pads. The pads press against the rotor connected to each wheel, creating friction that slows the rotor and, in turn, your wheels.
What are the signs I need a brake inspection?
Warning signs include the vehicle pulling to one side, a dashboard warning light, squeaking, grinding or pulsating when braking, a soft or spongy pedal feel, or it having been more than 2 years since your brake fluid was changed.
How often should brake fluid be changed?
As a guide, if it’s been more than 2 years since your brake fluid was last changed, it’s a sign you should book a brake inspection to have it checked.
Where can I get my brakes checked or replaced near Falkirk?
Lawson AutoTech offers full brake inspection, repair and replacement in Larbert, covering everything from pad and disc replacement to complete brake system overhauls for customers across the Falkirk area.