Brake Services
Our expert technicians will have you feeling safe with our brake services. From brake pads to rotors, we take the safety of you, your family, and those on the road seriously. Have your brakes checked to make sure they are functioning properly.
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When Should I Have My Brakes Checked?
In Pennsylvania, you must have your vehicle inspected. During that inspection, your brakes are inspected to ensure they are working properly and meet the minimum requirements for thickness/life.
However, there are other times when you should have your brake services performed and not just wait until your next yearly inspection.
When To Have Your Brakes Checked:
Grinding, squeaking noise when stopping.
Steering wheel shakes when car is in motion.
Driving at higher speeds causes the car to wobble or pulsate.
It takes an abnormal amount of time to come to a complete stop, or you find yourself having to push the peddle down further than normal.
Something just feels “off”.
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What Parts Make Up My Car's Brake System?
Below are common brake system parts and components. Our highly skilled technicians can inspect and repair your brakes to get you safely back on the road. Call us today to schedule an appointment for brake services 484-369-8342
Common Brake System Parts:
The brake pads are designed to grip the brake rotors, causing the vehicle to slow down or stop. Since the brake pads receive a high degree of friction, they will wear down more quickly than any other brake component.
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Brake rotors, also known as brake discs, are the spinning metal discs connected to the wheel hub. The brake pads clamp onto the rotors during braking, converting the vehicle’s kinetic energy into heat. Rotors are made of cast iron or other materials designed to dissipate heat efficiently. They can wear over time and may need to be resurfaced or replaced to maintain optimal braking performance.
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Houses all of the different mechanical components of a braking system. Inside the brake caliper, you will find the brake piston, brake pads, and brake rotors.
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A brake drum is a cylindrical-shaped component found in drum brake systems, which are commonly used in older vehicles and in the rear brakes of some modern cars. The drum is typically made of cast iron, and its primary function is to provide a friction surface for the brake shoes to press against.
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The master cylinder creates hydraulic pressure that pushes the brake fluid down to the brake components on each wheel. The brake fluid reservoir sits on top of the master cylinder to supply it with fluid.
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Consists of a variety of hoses and tubes that move fluid along from the master cylinder to the brakes to stop your vehicle.
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Component of power brake systems. They multiply the force applied by the brake pedal onto the master cylinder.
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A kit that typically includes shims, clips, and other hardware that help reduce brake noise and vibration while maintaining optimal pad-to-rotor contact.
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Specially formulated hydraulic fluid that transmits the force applied to the brake pedal to the braking components.
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Container that holds the hydraulic brake fluid used in a vehicle’s braking system.
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It pulls a cable that engages the two rear brakes, locking each rear wheel.
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Component that holds all the components of the brake drum together. It holds together the brake shoes, cylinder and other pieces.
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Brake pad sensors alert the driver when the brake pads are too thin to effectively serve its purpose. Not all vehicles have brake pad sensors. If you don’t have them you will be alerted to worn-down brake pads when you hear a metal grinding/scraping sound when stopping.
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Component of the hydraulic system. It contains two pistons. When hydraulic pressure is applied, the pistons are pushed outward against the brake shoes.
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Small valve found on each brake caliper or wheel cylinder. It is used to release air and old brake fluid.
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