What kind of brake problems can you get?
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Unfortunately, many different problems can happen to our cars, and brakes are no exception.
Because the brakes are located under the car, close to the wheels, they are much more exposed to the weather than other vital parts of the car. Especially during the winter months, when the roads are much wetter, the brakes are very susceptible to damage due to fluid or bits of dirt. If you notice a problem with your brakes and decide to take your car to a shop to have it fixed, try to describe the problem to the mechanic as accurately as possible, as this will make the repair process much easier.
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Many things can cause brake failure
Worn brake pads
If your brake pads worn out too thin, the brakes may not respond as strongly to the brake pedal. If your brakes start to squeal and squeak when you use them, even if you don't brake particularly hard, then you most likely need to replace your brake pads. You can either do it yourself or take your car to a workshop to have a professional do it for you.
Low brake fluid level
The brakes can also be affected if you don't have enough brake fluid in the master cylinder. If the pedal hits the floor when you press it but doesn't slow the car much, the brake fluid level may have dropped too low. This problem is very easy to fix. All you have to do is remove the master cylinder cap and add brake fluid. When doing this, be careful that nothing gets into the cylinder so as not to contaminate the liquid.
Brake fluid contamination
Another common problem that can affect your brakes is brake fluid contamination. If water or dust particles get into your car's brake fluid, it can cause brake failure because it changes the fluid's ability to withstand high pressure. If you have ever changed the brake fluid yourself or have ever checked the fluid level, make sure you close the master cylinder reservoir cap carefully and tightly to prevent foreign particles from getting inside. Water in brake fluid is especially dangerous because it can freeze. inside the brake lines, causing them to expand and rupture.
Rusty brake disc
Since the brake disc is made of metal, it is particularly susceptible if it is regularly exposed to water, then it can begin to rust. This may cause them to jam or be damaged. If you find that your brakes are sticking or pulling to the side when you use them, it could mean that one of your brake discs is damaged. You can easily see if the disc is damaged if you remove the wheel and look. If you find a problem and are comfortable with changing the brake disc yourself, you should replace it before driving again. If not, take your car to a workshop and have a mechanic replace it for you.
Dirt on the caliper
If you ride in wet mud, there is a danger that the dirt will stick to the caliper. This can seriously affect your vehicle's braking system as it reduces the distance between the caliper and the brake pad. This will make you feel like the car is slowing down all the time and you will have very little control over your speed. You may also find that this puts extra pressure on the pads and that they break down when overheated and overused. If you are driving through a muddy puddle, you should check your brakes as soon as you come out the other side. This can force out the dirt while it's still in liquid form and can prevent your car's brake pads from being destroyed by hard dirt clumps.
Damaged brake booster
The brake booster creates a vacuum in the brake system, which presses on the brake pedal and allows you to apply a lot of force with very little effort. If there is a problem with the vacuum, or somewhere the vacuum has been broken, then you will not have that braking power. To fix this problem, you will have to take the car to a workshop for a mechanic to find and fix the leak.
Clogged brake line
If something gets into the brake fluid, it can block the lines and prevent the brake fluid from flowing to where it should be. This is why it is extremely important to ensure that no foreign objects get into the brake fluid, and why you should always replace the cap on the master cylinder reservoir as soon as you have finished topping up the brake fluid.
Find out the cost of repairing the brake system
How much does a brake system repair cost?
As you can read above, many things can affect your brakes and thus affect what needs to be fixed as well as the price. So it's hard to give you an exact brake repair price, but we encourage you to get your quote here at Autobutler so you can easily compare them at home. Here you can see the location of the garages, how they describe the work you requested, how other car owners rated the garages and of course the different prices.
Overall, car owners who compare brake prices on Autobutler have the potential to save an average of 22 percent, which equates to £68.
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