List of Common Brake Problems

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LIST OF COMMON BRAKE PROBLEMS
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Drivers need to understand that performing a
little routine maintenance is important in
keeping their vehicle in good, working condition.
It may involving cleaning, repairing or
replacing parts. Some areas of your vehicle need
more focus than others and need to be checked
more routinely.
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One of the most common problems vehicle owners
face is brake problems. There are parts in a
braking system that need to be replaced every few
years, depending on your driving habits and road
conditions. Brake parts, like most everything
else, do have a lifespan and need to be regularly
maintained and sometimes depending on the auto
part, need to be replaced. That includes,
draining and putting in clean brake fluid
replacing worn brake pads or shoes, and replacing
brake rotors.
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By the time that most people realize that there
is a problem with their brake system, you
usually end up spending a lot more money than
necessary because of improper maintenance.
Here is a list of common brake problems you may
observe.
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Soft Brake Pedal
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This is a major issue. When you go to stop and
depress the brake pedal, if it feels soft or
"squishy," you are in a dangerous driving
situation and you should not continue driving.
Pull over and call a tow truck to take you to a
mechanic's shop to get the brakes checked and
fixed.
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The Vehicle Pulls To One Side When Braking
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This could be caused by a number of different
factors, some not brake-related, but it is
important to get this checked out and fixed.
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The Steering Wheel Shakes When You Apply The
Brakes
This is a more common problem. Usually, you are
going at highway speeds when that happens.
Again, there can be more than just brake problems
causing it, but it is important to get it checked
out and fixed.
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The Brake Pedal Pulsates When You Try To Stop Or
Slow Down
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Usually this is caused by warped rotors
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The Whole Car Shakes When Applying The Brakes
If your entire vehicle shakes when applying the
brakes, it is probably caused by the rear brakes.
Typically, if there is a problem with your front
brakes, you feel it in the steering wheel as a
pulsation, shake or shimmy. When the whole car
shakes, it is typically from a problem in the
"rear end" or with the rear brakes.
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If you fail to perform regular maintenance on
your vehicle, it can lead to more severe and
costly problems in the future. Also you must
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