Brake Pad Replacement near Bowie, MD

Brake pad replacements are important for your vehicle. The brake system on your car contains multiple parts and this is only one of them. Visit Pohanka Hyundai of Capitol Heights near Bowie, MD, in order to proceed with any service appointments pertaining to your Hyundai and non-Hyundai model alike. Make an appointment online and we will be happy to accommodate you during open hours. 

Brake Pads 

Your overall brake system is composed of various parts that work in tandem to bring you to a stop. First you press the brake pedal, which then causes the brake pads to make contact with the rotor as it’s moving to bring your car to a halt. The brake pads, as expected, receive the kinetic energy and thus waste away faster then the rotors There are various kinds of brake pad materials, each with different life spans. Checking your Owner’s Manual will have manufacturer recommendations of what kinds of brake pads you will need and which work best for your specific model. If you have any questions, our team will be happy to answer them. 

Replacement and Frequency

Our Service Department recommends you visit our location for a brake pad replacement every 10,000 to 20,000 miles driven. We don’t suggest you drive past this amount of time with worn brakes, as this can mean damage for your vehicle’s other brake system components. We need to lift your vehicle to expose your wheels. We will remove the tire and replace the old brake pad with new ones. Because of this, we recommend you visit our location instead of taking this task upon yourself. We will be quick and bring your vehicle back to you to take home and keep visiting Allen Pond Park. 

Brake Pad Materials

There are three main kinds of brake pads. The first are metallic, which have good performance ratings but will bring you more braking noises. The second kind are organic, which have average noise and wear and tear on the overall brake system. They are the least expensive option, so they will get you out of a pinch if you’re not financially ready for this service. Finally, if you have the money for it, the available ceramic brake pads will offer the best performance, least noise, and wear and tear on your vehicle for a price. If you have the money to spend, we recommend you visit us to purchase and replace your pads with these kinds. If you have any questions, you can use our Ask a Tech form to reach an answer.