With every car, problems can sometimes arise out of thin air. Of course, taking your car in for frequent maintenance checks could give you a chance to avoid eventual problems with the car, but everyday issues could still happen at any time. One of the many issues might be screeching brakes, and there could be some ways to avoid this, depending on if they are old or new. Brake squeaking might happen because of your driving habits or driving conditions. Below we’ll give you a deeper breakdown of the more frequent causes why your brakes are making noise, how many miles brake pads might last, and when you should replace your car’s brake pads.
This may surprise you, but one cause of brake screeching is that your brakes are just too new. Your car’s brake pads might need some more miles to get acclimated to the vehicle. In this case, weather conditions can lead to a build-up of moisture covering your brake pads, and it could take a while to remove that moisture. Also, the way you drive could cause brake screeching. “Riding” your brakes or late braking can lead to brake squeaking, even if they’re brand-new. If that’s the case, then attempt to brake earlier to help avoid making more friction.
Worn-down brakes are typically why you may hear that squeaking noise as well. Over the years, components on any car will start to break down due to driving habits, moisture, rust, and if it is garaged or not. The simple solution is to just get those brakes replaced with new parts. However, a change in the way you drive on the road could extend the life of your brakes.
The lifespan of brakes could run for years, based on the way drivers treat the brake pads. Understanding your driving habits is even more important, as it can help you know when to change the brakes. Brake pads typically last around 25,000-65,000 miles, but bad driving can cause that to shrink. Braking hard and riding the brakes places heat and pressure on your brakes and could lead to diminishing their life. If screeching begins to happen, you should get them replaced and try changing how you drive down the line to increase the pad’s lifespan.
If you think your brake pads need to be changed, don’t wait another minute to contact us at Town North Nissan to schedule a service appointment. Our team of experts will take all of the guesswork out of determining the brake service that your car, truck, SUV, or minivan needs. We proudly service all makes and models of vehicles. Schedule your brake service appointment today.
