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Good brakes are essential for safe driving, as they provide full control over your car’s speed. In time brake problems can develop as brake components will wear out or suffer damage. As your Chrysler dealer, we can repair any of these problems for you. These are a few signs that you may need a brake repair.
Spongy Brakes
The braking system is a highly pressurized one. When you hit the brakes, brake fluid is forced into the brake hoses to activate the system and bring your wheels to a stop. You can feel the pressure in the system by the resistance you feel when you step on the brake pedal. As you push harder on the pedal, you should feel more resistance, which means the system is operating correctly.
If you press the pedal and feel very little resistance, this is a sign that something is wrong. The lack of resistance from the pedal means that the pressure in the braking system is low. Low pressure reduces the speed of response from your brakes which increases your stopping distance. Our technicians will examine our braking system to find the cause of the problem and then repair it.
Your Car Pulls When You Brake
When you apply the brakes, the brake calipers should all clamp onto the wheel rotors simultaneously. The friction generated by the pads inside the calipers should stop all your wheels instantly. If the brakes on one side of your car are worn or damaged, your vehicle will automatically turn in the direction of the working brake.
There are several causes for a failed brake, including a rusted or damaged caliper and a leaking or blocked brake hose. If the brake hose connecting to one of the calipers is leaking or blocked, the brake fluid won’t exert the necessary force to push the caliper against the rotor. A rusted or damaged caliper won’t engage correctly, and this prevents the affected wheel from stopping. We’ll examine your brakes to find the cause of the problem,
Overheating Brake Fluid
As we’ve seen, your braking system depends on pressure to work effectively. Each time you hit the brakes, brake fluid is formed into the hoses and held there until you release the pedal. The pressure in the braking system can heat older brake fluid, especially if you have to frequently apply your brakes over a short distance as you drive.
Overheating brake fluid is dangerous, as brake fluid that gets too hot loses its hydraulic properties. Without these properties, your braking system can fail. We can test the fluid and replace it to fix this problem.
If you’re experiencing brake problems, call us right away at Ed Martin CDJR.
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