When Should I Change My Brake Pads?

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Brake pads are an important part of the braking system that helps your car stop effectively and safely.

Allowing your brake pads to wear out can make your braking ineffective and increase the risk of accidents. Therefore, it is important to observe your brake pads and change them on time.

The First Sign that You Need to Change Your Brake Pads

You start to hear a loud noise when you step on the brakes. The sound like metal rubbing against each other may be caused by worn out brake pads. In addition, if you feel that the brake pedal sinks deeper than usual or the car stops more slowly even when you step on the brakes with full force, it may mean that the brake pads are thin and can no longer work at their best.

Another sign to pay attention to is the brake warning light on your car's dashboard. Most new cars have this system to warn you that the brake pads are worn out. Or if you check and find that the brake pads are less than 3 millimeters thick, Motorist recommends that you change your brake pads immediately for your own safety and that of other road users.

When to Change Your Brake Pads

Normally, you should change them every 40,000-50,000 kilometers. However, the time period may vary depending on usage. For example, driving in the city where you have to brake frequently may cause the brake pads to wear out faster than normal.

To extend the life of your brake pads, avoid sudden or unnecessary hard braking. Check your brake system regularly. And choose brake pads that are standard and suitable for your car.

Finally, taking care of and changing brake pads in time will definitely increase driving safety and reduce the risk of accidents for you!

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