Brakes | Brake Repair | Brake Service - Midas (2024)
You get used to your brakes. How they sound, how the pedal feels – and how quickly they stop your vehicle. Then one day, your brakes just aren’t the same. Your brakes sound funny. Your pedal feels funny – and you need to press it farther. Worst of all, it takes longer and longer to come to a stop.
We created Midas Secure Stop® brake service for you. We hate surprises (at least behind the wheel) as much as you do. But we know change is inevitable. Brake pads and rotors wear out from the immense friction and heat they encounter. Air gets into brake lines. And your brake system has dozens of other components that can wear out at any time. It takes Midas expertise to bring your braking confidence back.
When you come in for any brake problem, our Midas Auto Service Experts® conduct a 55-point inspection of your brakes. Then we take the time to thoroughly explain your vehicle’s condition and tell you which problems are urgent (and which can wait). We discuss the best options for your budget and provide a written estimate before making any repairs.
55-Point Brake Inspection– to diagnose thatspongy brake pedal,discover why your brake light is on, or just check out your brakes as part of routine maintenance.
Brake Pad Replacement – for routine brake maintenance.
Brake Rotor Service– to complete your brake pad replacement. We’ll smooth out brake pad wear if necessary, or recommend new rotors if you need them.
Brake Shoe Replacement – similar to brake pad replacement, for drum style brakes.
Brake Drum Service – similar to brake rotor service, for drum style brakes.
Brake Fluid Service– from routine brake fluid exchange to brake fluid leak repair.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Service – from your ABS sensors to the system computer module.
Brake Repair– to all parts of your brake system, from the power brake booster to the parking brake assembly.
Whether you suspect a brake problem (thanks to your brake light, brake pedal, or a suspicious leak), or you’ve just hit your vehicle’s recommended service interval, start by requesting a brake service appointment.
Common brake services include:
Brake pad or brake shoe replacement
Brake rotor resurfacing or brake drum turning
Brake rotor or drum replacement
Brake fluid exchange or flushing
Brake line leak repair
Brake light diagnosis
What’s included in a brake job depends on where each part is in its lifecycle. For example, you may or may not need new rotors with your replacement brake pads. But some brake services need to be duplicated on both wheels of the same axle. Multiple systems in your vehicle are designed for the parts on both sides of your vehicle to be in matching condition.
A brake inspection should include a check of all brake parts and connectors, dashboard lights, external brake lights, brake fluid condition, and hydraulic pressure through the brake lines.
Depending on your vehicle, climate, brake parts, and driving patterns, your brake pads or shoes may last anywhere from 20,000 to 80,000 miles. Brake fluid can last 2-5 years. With such an unpredictable replacement cycle, regular brake inspection is essential. Check your vehicle owner’s manual for your brake inspection schedule – every 10,000-12,000 miles or every year are common recommendations.
You may need new brake pads, rotors, or new brake fluid when you notice any new sound or diminished pedal response when you brake. Worn brake pads can squeak – and the situation will worsen until you hear the grinding sound of unprotected rotors. Worn pads and low brake fluid pressure can each cause a nerve-wracking delay in pedal response. Warped rotors cause vibrations when braking (not to be confused with the expected pulsing sensation of your ABS kicking in).
Here are some common signs of failing brakes:
Dashboard lights or warnings- Your BRAKE light, ABS light or Check Engine light may indicate brake problems.
Leaking brake fluid- Any fluid leak should be inspected.
Any change in brake response- Taking longer to stop or needing to press the pedal farther are classic symptoms of brake trouble.
Any new noise when braking- Squealing, grinding, squeaking, or rattling? Check the brake pads and rotors. Hissing sounds? Suspect a brake fluid leak problem.
Any shaking or vibration when braking- Rough stops may mean warped rotors. (But a pulsing pedal can simply be your ABS in action.)
Soft or spongy brakes- Spongy brakes suggest a problem in your brake fluid lines, or brake shoes.
Hard or stiff brakes- You may have contaminants in the brake fluid or a bad seal on the master cylinder or brake booster.
Engine misfiring or stalling- You may have a bad power brake booster.
Vehicle pulling to one side when braking- You could have faulty brake hardware or an uneven hydraulic issue.
A single caliper can cost up to $130 and several will reach prices even higher. A complete brake repair that includes pads, rotors, and calipers typically averages between $200 and $800 depending on the vehicle and parts used.
Headlights Replacement – Our experts can replace your headlight bulbs, service your headlamp system, and give you the scoop on HID and LED lights. Lightbulb Replacement – In addition to your headlamps, our experts can also replace brake light bulbs, turn signal bulbs, or any other hard-to-reach automotive light bulb.
A complete brake repair — one that includes pads, rotor and caliper replacement — typically averages between $300 and $800. However, depending on the make and model of your vehicle, you can easily spend more than $1,000 on a complete brake job.
You don't always have to replace rotors when replacing brake pads. The frequency of rotor replacement depends on factors like rotor quality and driving conditions. However, if your mechanic finds warped or worn rotors beyond the minimum discard thickness, they recommend replacing them together with brake pads.
Some common symptoms of bad rotors include vibration or pulsation in the steering wheel, high-pitched squealing noise when braking, shaking steering wheel, brake pedal pulsing, vehicle taking a long time to stop, loud bangs while braking, large edges on the outer part of the brake rotor, and scratch marks on the rotor.
At Midas East Carson Street our brake parts* are guaranteed for as long as you own your car and we stand by them with our Golden Guarantee™. Whether it's brake pads, or shocks and struts, they're all backed by our Limited Lifetime** warranty. *Valid on brake pads, shoes, mufflers, shocks and struts. ↩
Brake services often take between one and three hours. However, they can be longer or shorter depending on the type of service, how busy the auto repair shop is, and whether the parts are in stock.
Generally, your car's brake pads should be replaced every 25,000 to 65,000 miles, while your rotors should be replaced between 30,000 and 70,000 miles. However, the exact figure can vary depending on your terrain, weather conditions, and driving style.
Many factors determine how long your rotors will last, but you can generally expect them to require replacing somewhere between 30,000 and 70,000 miles of driving. For an average driver covering 12,000 miles per year, this means that brake rotors may need replacing anytime between 2 1/2 years and six years of driving.
Most car brakes will last between 25,000 and 60,000 miles–between three and six years for most daily drivers–but some sets may last even longer for those who exercise good habits.
The average cost of parts is between $35 and $150. The average cost of labor is between $80 and $120 per axle. The average brake pad replacement total is between $115 and $300 per axle (parts + labor). Most cars have two axles.
Based on our research and also our own experience, we found that the average price range for a brake service is $250 to $500 per end of the vehicle (front or back). Figure on average a brake pad and rotor replacement has an average cost of $350 for each end of the car (front or back).
They do not do major repairs like that, just maintenance regarding tires, batteries and oil and filter changes. Its best to ask locals in your area to recommend a place that does brake jobs.
In most cases, the cost to replace brake lines is between $150 and $300 per brake line, including installation. If you replace all four brake lines, costs can quickly add up. Here's a brake line cost breakdown by type of vehicle. You'll notice there's a big range.
Typical Brake Service Times. When carried out by experienced technicians, the most common types of brake maintenance and brake repair take between 15 minutes and 1 hour.
The standard list involves replacing the front disc brake pads, resurfacing the rotors, replacing the rear drum brake shoes, resurfacing the drums. bleeding the brake lines, inspecting the system for leaks or other problems, and of course, adjusting the parking brake.
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