Do you ever worry about your vehicle not coming to a complete stop quickly when the road is wet? Do you see strange fluid under your car or feel concerned about the way your brake pedal feels when you slow your vehicle down? If so, it may be time for you to bring your vehicle in for a brake repair at your local Mercedes dealer. Keep reading to learn more, including why routine brake maintenance is important.
There is a strong possibility that you should bring your Mercedes in for a brake job if you hear something strange when you slow down or stop your car. Some of the most common indicators that there is something wrong with your brake system are grinding sounds and high-pitched squealing sounds. If you depress your brake pedal and hear something grinding, you could have a serious rust problem or there could be something wrong with your brake rotor.
High-pitched squealing sounds most likely indicate your brake pads are very worn out. If you don’t get them replaced quickly, you could very seriously damage your brake rotors. Strange sounds can also indicate that there is a rock fragment or other debris trapped inside your brake system that needs to be removed.
What Other Signs Should I Look Out for?
You can usually hear that something is wrong with your brake system, but sound is not the only sign you should be aware of. Another common sign that you need to bring your Mercedes-Benz in for a brake job is seeing fluid under your vehicle around the wheel wells. Usually, brake fluid is pale yellow, but it may be brown if it’s been a while since you last brought your Mercedes in for routine brake maintenance.
What Do I Need to Know About Routine Brake Maintenance?
You should know that routine brake maintenance is vital for the health and safety of your brake system. Generally, you should have your brake system inspected every 20,000 to 60,000 miles. However, you may want to bring your vehicle in for a brake inspection every six months. The more often a certified Mercedes-Benz technician checks out your brake pads, rotors, and calipers, the sooner problems can be detected and corrected.
Some of the most common signs that you need to bring your Mercedes in for a brake job include strange sounds, smells, and sights. If you suspect your brake system is not functioning optimally, contact us now at Loeber Motors to schedule a brake job. We can also inspect your brakes to verify that they are in order if it has been at least six months since your last brake inspection.
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