WHY ARE MY BRAKES GRINDING?

 

Have you recently noticed your brakes making grinding noises when you stop at Dallas stop signs and lights? Do your brakes grind while you are driving? Learn why your brakes are grinding with the service team at Sewell INEOS Grenadier today. There are several reasons for brake grinding, some of which may cause safety issues and require immediate professional attention. Make a service reservation at our store in Plano if you suspect serious brake grinding issues. Our certified technicians are here to help you remain safe on the road and offer a wide variety of maintenance services. 

THE BRAKES ARE GRINDING WHEN STOPPING

First, when do you notice your brakes making grinding noises? If you notice your brakes grinding when you are stopping, it could be for a few different reasons:

• If you hear the sound when stopping or slowing down, your brake pads are probably the culprit. But over time, brake pads lose their thickness and start to make a squealing noise known as “brake scrubbing.” As the pads wear down further, you will hear a grinding noise instead.
• If you hear a sharper grinding noise, it could be the sound of your brake disc and calipers. This may also cause a rumble in your pedal. This may require a brake pad replacement, but also disc or rotor replacement.
• If you hear brakes grinding when stopping at full force, it could be your Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS). Your ABS will activate if you apply the full brakes, and it may even cause vibrations in the pedal. 

THE BRAKES ARE GRINDING WHEN DRIVING

If your brakes are making a grinding noise when you are driving throughout Fort Worth, it could just be rocks and debris bouncing off the caliper and rotor. This is an easy service, but it is important to resolve it quickly to prevent more damage from accumulating. You can try to remove the debris yourself if you have experience with vehicles, but most Frisco drivers prefer to leave the job to our service department. You may also schedule an inspection while you are here to resolve your brake grinding issue for good.

REQUEST A SERVICE RESERVATION AT SEWELL INEOS GRENADIER

Why are your brakes grinding? Now you know the typical reasons for this maintenance issue. Call or contact us online today if you need to make a reservation. Should you have any questions about brake grinding or other common maintenance problems, our team is here. For more helpful maintenance reads, review what causes tires to wear unevenly and how to check coolant levels.