We at American Tire & Automotive want to help you stay safe on the road, and we offer a variety of services to ensure your car’s safety features remain in excellent condition. For example, our skilled team is equipped to help you maintain, repair, and replace your vehicle’s brakes.
In this article, we’ll go over three warning signs that you may need brake repair services. If you notice any of the following issues, we encourage you to bring your car to our shop as soon as possible:
- Strange Sounds – When your brakes are in good condition, they shouldn’t make any sound as you engage the pedal. If you start to hear grinding or squealing sounds whenever you hit the brakes, something is wrong, and it’s better to address this issue sooner rather than later.
- Squishy Pedal – If you feel your brake pedal losing resistance under your foot, it’s a surefire sign that you need brake repair services. Your brake pedal should have a noticeable resistance against your foot and require you to exert some force to depress it. If your pedal loses resistance or starts to feel “squishy,” bring your car in for repairs as soon as possible.
- Steering Issues –If your steering wheel starts to pull to one side whenever you brake, or if it vibrates whenever you’re braking, you should promptly schedule a brake repair service. Our technicians will carefully inspect your vehicle, diagnose the root cause of the problem, and ensure that you can get safely back on the road again as soon as possible.