Brake Service Advice

When you press your brake pedal, a complex system goes into motion to help keep you and your passengers safe. For expert brake service advice, turn to our team at Tunkhannock Ford! We hope Dallas and Wilkes-Barre drivers will find the information below helpful.   

Learn how to recognize when your brakes need servicing, which parts need servicing, and what we can do for you. Drive safer on the roads of Harveys Lake and Tunkhannock with high-functioning brakes!

How Can I Tell If My Brakes Need Servicing?

The brake system is one of the most important safety mechanisms in your vehicle. You should have your brakes inspected regularly—once every 12 months or 12,000 miles, at minimum. Your technician can do a brake inspection when you come in for oil changes and tire rotations.

In the meantime, watch for those telltale signs of brake trouble. You may need brake repair if you notice:

• Brakes feel spongy or hard to apply
• Squealing, squeaking, or grinding noises
• Car pulls to one side when you brake
• Steering wheel or brake pedal shakes when you brake
• Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) warning light comes on

See these symptoms, and your best bet is to schedule brake service. Our technicians can help determine which vehicle parts need service, from the calipers to the rotors to the brake pads.

When Should I Change My Brake Pads?

Believe it or not, worn brake pads are the most common source of brake trouble. Luckily, they’re also the easiest part of your braking system to inspect yourself. Brake pads should be changed when they’re less than a 1/4-inch thick.

Some pads include a metal wear indicator clip near that 1/4-inch point. When your pads wear down far enough and the clip is exposed, you’ll hear a high-pitched squealing sound. It’s a warning to change your pads ASAP. You can visually inspect your pads through the spokes in your wheels and see how much pad you have left.

Why Choose Tunkhannock Ford for Brake Service?

There are plenty of perks to picking our on-site service center for repairs. Our factory-trained technicians can inspect your brakes from top to bottom and sort out any problem.

We’ll check for even wear and measure brake pad thickness, so you can feel confident in your brake pads. We’ll make sure the brake lines and master and wheel cylinders aren’t leaking. We can even check your rotors for warping and inspect the calipers for wear—and check your brake fluid levels, too.

When you choose us, you can count on OEM parts for all your repairs. These factory-made parts are the best way to ensure high-quality, long-lasting fixes to your brakes. Parts and labor warranties give you an extra layer of protection, too.

Get Expert Advice on Brake Service Today

If you think your brakes are out of whack, the experts at Tunkhannock Ford are here for you! Turn to us for the brake service advice you need for a safer drive.

Give us a call or contact us online to get started. We’ll help Dallas and Harveys Lake drivers schedule their next brake repair appointment. Before long, your vehicle will be ready for the roads of Wilkes-Barre and Tunkhannock again!