Some car maintenance tasks are easy to plan out such as knowing when to change the oil and oil filter based on the elapse mileage from the last change. When it comes to knowing when to perform other maintenance tasks there is no easy mileage answer. In many cases these indications of when your can needs repairs should not be ignored if you want to operate your car safely.

Unlike checking your cars oil, which can be checked with a simple dipstick, assessing your car's brakes isn’t that much more difficult. However, to look at the brakes on some cars the tire must be removed so you see the brake mechanisms. Once the tires are off you can assess the condition of your brake pads and calipers. On most modern cars, the tire does not have to be removed to determine the condition of the brakes. The brake mechanism can be seen by looking at the inside of the wheel.

The brakes should be checked often to insure that the brake pads are still serviceable. The brakes are one of the most important safety features on your car. Checking them should never be ignored or put off.

Brakes that grab when applied, even lightly, is an indication that there is a problem. In addition, brake pedals that go all the way to the floor without making any impact on your car’s stopping ability are dangerous and need of repair. The problem could be something as easy to fix as low oil level in the master cylinder new brakes pads may be required.

Other brake problems that can occur include brakes that vibrate when applied, which can indicate that something is wrong with the master cylinder or warped rotors. The most obvious indicator that your brakes are not working correctly can be heard for blocks away as a high pitch squeal that your car makes when the brakes are applied. This noise is caused by the metal ware indicator device on the brake pads that comes in contact with the rotors when the brake padding is worn below safe limits.

Squealing brakes are a warning signs that you need to have your brake pads replaced immediately. IF you delay the brake rotors will become damaged which will increase the repair cost many folds. These indications of when your car needs repairs should not be ignored if you intend to operate a safe car.

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