It’s easy to let things like brake maintenance slip to the bottom of your to-do list but doing so could make it dangerous for you to be on the road. Even if you stick to a routine schedule of getting your brakes checked and serviced, problems can happen between visits and compromise your ability to drive safely. Don’t put off getting your brakes checked until you end up needing a tow truck. If you notice these important signs of brake problems happening with your vehicle, take action now.
Your brake light is on.
If your brake light comes on, don’t assume it just reminding you that it is time for service. Your brake light could also be telling you that something is wrong in your braking system that needs urgent attention. It’s never a good idea to let any illuminated warning light on your dashboard go ignored.
You hear noises when you press the brake pedal.
What do you hear when you apply your brakes? If you don’t hear anything, take it as good news. If you hear grinding or squealing when you brake, then there’s likely a problem. Both grinding and squealing sounds can mean that your brake pads have worn down. These sounds indicate that metal is making contact with your brake rotors. If you don’t get this fixed quickly, you could end up facing more expensive repairs. Grinding sounds can also indicate lubrication issues in the brake drums, which could also cause an expensive failure.
Your brake pedal feels soft.
When you press your brake pedal, it should have some resistance in it that allows you to control your stopping speed. If the pedal gets soft and presses down to the floor when you step on it, you could have an urgent issue with your brakes. Air or moisture could be in the master cylinder and your brakes could fail unexpectedly as a result.
If your brakes do let you down, Barnett’s Towing is here to get your vehicle to the repair shop. Whenever you experience a breakdown in Tucson or beyond, let us help with fast, efficient towing. Arrange a tow today by calling (800) 722-2302.
