Here are some elementary repair, maintenance and trouble shooting tips regarding car brakes. Cars India : Car Maintenance Tips : Car Brakes

Car Brakes

From the point of view of safety, brakes are a very vital component of car. Most brake problems develop gradually and can be detected before they become serious by inspecting the system.

• A soft or mushy brake pedal indicates that you may be low on brake fluid.
• Sometimes, the brake pedal goes all the way down. This happens when the rear brake lining is wearing.
• If the brakes squeak on pressing then either the brake pads need to be changed or the brakes need to be cleaned.
• If the brake fluid level is low the system indicates a warning by glowing the brake light. Fill the brake fluid immediately.
• If the brakes pull the car to one side then either the brake clearance need to be adjusted or there is insufficient hydraulic pressure in one part of the brake system.