5 little things that “kill” brake discs and pads
- April 12, 2023
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Many motorists repair their cars with their own hands, because it is cheaper now. In particular, they independently perform simple maintenance work on the braking system, since the
Many motorists repair their cars with their own hands, because it is cheaper now. In particular, they independently perform simple maintenance work on the braking system, since the design is simple. However, there are nuances that can make brand new discs and pads quickly become unusable or, even worse, cause accidents. The AvtoVzglyad portal tells about such subtleties.
We begin to service the braking system of the car, and first of all look at the “ears” of the pads – over time, rust appears there. If it is not removed, the working surfaces of the consumables will be unevenly pressed against the disc. Accordingly, they also wear out. And it also affects the effectiveness of the delay.
Next, we pay attention to the landing plates along which the same pads move. Many are sure that it is not necessary to update them, since aluminum parts are not subject to corrosion, but this is not so. And they often save on penny “pieces of iron” when buying spare parts, because they are not found in every kit. And this approach is ultimately a waste of money.
The fact is that over time the old conductors begin to bend, and when you press the brake, you hear a strong creak. Experienced mates try to remove extraneous sounds with grease and get confused. Over time, dirt and abrasive dust from the wheels get into the lubricant, which not only makes the car “moan”, but also makes them even stronger.
Go ahead. The caliper guides are inserted directly into the bracket: they should move smoothly and well in it. Also, these parts need periodic lubrication. It is worth monitoring the condition of the rubber anthers – there should be no cracks or tears, otherwise dirt will get inside and the pads will warp. As a result, the brake caliper can even jam, and if this happens at high speed, an accident cannot be avoided.
Finally, we move on to the piston itself. If it gets rusty, it won’t return to its place in the cylinder normally. And this is a very dangerous phenomenon, because it causes the disk to overheat and simply destroy the consumables. Incidentally, such a defect sometimes leads to complete jamming of the wheel – also not a rosy prospect.
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We begin to service the braking system of the car, and first of all look at the “ears” of the pads – over time, rust appears there. If it is not removed, the working surfaces of the consumables will be unevenly pressed against the disc. Accordingly, they also wear out. And it also affects the effectiveness of the delay.
Next, we pay attention to the landing plates along which the same pads move. Many are sure that it is not necessary to update them, since aluminum parts are not subject to corrosion, but this is not so. And they often save on penny “pieces of iron” when buying spare parts, because they are not found in every kit. And this approach is ultimately a waste of money.
The fact is that over time the old conductors begin to bend, and when you press the brake, you hear a strong creak. Experienced mates try to remove extraneous sounds with grease and get confused. Over time, dirt and abrasive dust from the wheels get into the lubricant, which not only makes the car “moan”, but also makes them even stronger.
Go ahead. The caliper guides are inserted directly into the bracket: they should move smoothly and well in it. Also, these parts need periodic lubrication. It is worth monitoring the condition of the rubber anthers – there should be no cracks or tears, otherwise dirt will get inside and the pads will warp. As a result, the brake caliper can even jam, and if this happens at high speed, an accident cannot be avoided.
Finally, we move on to the piston itself. If it gets rusty, it won’t return to its place in the cylinder normally. And this is a very dangerous phenomenon, because it causes the disk to overheat and simply destroy the consumables. Incidentally, such a defect sometimes leads to complete jamming of the wheel – also not a rosy prospect.
Source: Avto Vzglyad
Donald Salinas is an experienced automobile journalist and writer for Div Bracket. He brings his readers the latest news and developments from the world of automobiles, offering a unique and knowledgeable perspective on the latest trends and innovations in the automotive industry.
