Rear Brake Pad Replacement Service Available at Russ Darrow Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of West Bend
Russ Darrow CDJR Rear Brake Pad Replacement
While your front brake pads take the brunt of your Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, or Ram's braking power, your rear disc brakes will also need attention and new brake pads from time to time. The rear brakes are designed similarly to the front brakes, but with a few key differences. The certified technicians at Russ Darrow Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of West Bend, Wisconsin can help you with any rear disc brake issues and brake pad change.
Differences Between Front and Rear Disc Brakes
The main difference between most types of front and rear disc brakes is that the front brakes are usually larger. The pads and rotors are thicker and the rotors may also be larger and better ventilated. The calipers may also have a larger piston and the hoses are designed for high pressure. Rear brake pads, on the other hand, are smaller and the rotors are usually solid, not ventilated. The rear brakes don't handle much of the braking load, but their lighter construction gives them added stability when braking. If they were equally as strong as the front brakes, then they would likely lock and cause skidding.
Signs That Your Rear Disc Brakes Need New Pads
Like the front brakes, rear disc brakes have wear indicators that begin to chirp or squeak when the pads wear down. Some models also have a dashboard indicator light that tells you when the pads are worn down. You can also check your fluid reservoir to see if the fluid has dropped because, as brake pads wear, the piston moves outward and fluid often fills up this space. However, be sure to know the difference between a gradual, slight drop from brake pad wear and a larger drop due to a leak.
Problems if You Wait to Have Your Rear Disc Brake Pads Replaced
Like the front brake pads, if you fail to change the rear disc brake pads when needed, you risk losing braking power. Also, the longer you wait to change your brake pads, the more potential damage you might do to your car's rotors and calipers. If you wait so long that you gouge your rotors when you run out of brake pad material, then you will need more extensive repairs.
Reasons to Choose Russ Darrow Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
When you choose Russ Darrow Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, you will get OEM parts, for the exact fit and quality of your original brake pads. We service other makes and models as well. Our location is not only convenient if you are in West Bend, but also nearby Jackson, Kewaskum, Slinger, and Richfield, WI. Call us or set up an online appointment to have your rear brake pads replaced.