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The Most Common Signs Of Brake Failure

Your vehicle carries some pretty valuable cargo.

Let's talk about a major safety aspect of your car ... the braking system.

The braking system on most people's cars goes unnoticed because it is "out of sight, out of mind."

That is, until a problem crops up, which is usually in the form of the proverbial grinding when you push the brake pedal.

What are the most common signs of brake failure?

  • Poor braking performance, (hard to stop the car).

  • Squealing or grinding noises during braking.

  • Pulling to one side, or "grabbing."

  • Loss of brake pedal.

  • Pulsation of the brake pedal during braking.

  • Clicking noises during braking.

  • Excessive drag during acceleration ("Anchors Away" Syndrome).

  • Lit ABS light for the antilock brakes.
  • In the next few days, I'll go over these signs of brake failure and suggest repairs.


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