Braking...Warped?
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Braking...Warped?
I break from anywhere above 45 to a complete stop...not really fast at all and my steering wheel shakes with some kinda vibration. Are my brake pads warped? Do they need resurfacing or replaced? Anyone know? Any info would be a plus...thanks.
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Do you know how many miles on these brakes- are they original on the car?
What type they are if you know they were replaced before
Current miles on car?
Its necessary to remove the wheels and inspect the rotors for obvious wear and the pads for possible glaze
If you always brake very gently- dragging the brakes lightly for a distance rather than using then to slow down a bunch at a time, then you may have glazing
It can be cured
I am guessing you dont have a lot of car repair background so it would be smart to go to firestone or similar place and get them inspected, get an estimate-its free- and report back here for advice. Do not go to pepboys or midas - might as well be at the dealer!!!
What type they are if you know they were replaced before
Current miles on car?
Its necessary to remove the wheels and inspect the rotors for obvious wear and the pads for possible glaze
If you always brake very gently- dragging the brakes lightly for a distance rather than using then to slow down a bunch at a time, then you may have glazing
It can be cured
I am guessing you dont have a lot of car repair background so it would be smart to go to firestone or similar place and get them inspected, get an estimate-its free- and report back here for advice. Do not go to pepboys or midas - might as well be at the dealer!!!
