Brake Pad Replacement

Come to the Audi West Palm Beach Service Center for Brake Pad Replacement Service in West Palm Beach, FL

Your Audi is outfitted with many exceptional safety features, including high-quality brakes. To make sure that you and your passengers stay safe, you will need to have regular brake service performed on your Audi, including brake pad replacement. When your Audi is due for new brake pads, we invite you to experience the exceptional service offered at the Audi West Palm Beach Service Center, serving Palm Beach Gardens and Lake Worth, Florida.

Why Does My Audi Need To Have Its Brake Pads Replaced?

To answer this question, let us first look at how disc braking systems work. When you step on the brake pedal, the hydraulic brake fluid transfers that force to the brake calipers, amplifying the force as it goes. The calipers then squeeze together, forcing the attached brake pads to press against the rotors. This slows your Audi down or brings it to a stop.

The brake pads themselves are made from two key parts. The part that attaches to the calipers is known as the backing, and it is made of hard metal. The part that presses against the rotors, on the other hand, is called the brake lining. It is made of a softer material designed to rub against the brake rotors without damaging them. When the brake lining wears thin, it runs the risk of exposing the metal backing. This can damage the brake rotors. Replacing the brake pads is necessary to prevent damage to the system that is costly to repair and puts you at risk.

How to Make Brake Pads Last Longer

Getting the most out of your brake pads is relatively easy. To help them have a longer lifespan, you need to be sure that you are driving carefully and coming to slow stops. Slamming on the brakes wears down the brake pads much sooner. In addition, you should also not overload your vehicle. This can also cause the brake pads to wear down sooner since they have to handle the extra weight.