Brake Repair
Spokane, WA
Post Falls, ID
Make sure your vehicle stops when you need it to. Brakes are out specialty. Disk brakes, drum brakes, regenerative brakes, ABS, hand brake – if there is an issue, we can fix it. Golden Rule Brake can service any make and model vehicle in Spokane, WA, & Post Falls, ID.
Brakes are vital for safe driving and your peace of mid. The braking system consists of several components and might have slight differences in the different types, makes, and models of cars. Generally, the parts to look out for are the brake pads, rotors, brake drums, calipers, and wheel cylinders. Cars, trucks, SUVs, motorcycles, hybrids, electric vehicles (EVs), and anything in between, Golden Rule Brake has the experts and the latest technology to test your brakes and make sure your ride is safe.
Common Signs of Issues:
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Grinding sound when stepping on the brakes
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Squeaking sounds when braking
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Brake pedal pulsating or sinking to the floor
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Brake fluid leaks
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Longer stopping distances
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Check engine or brake warning lights come up
What are brakes?
The brake system makes it possible to stop when you need to. There could be slight configuration differences based on the type of vehicle you drive, but the main braking systems are:
Disk Brakes are a commonly used hydraulic braking system. It uses pistons housed in a caliper to squeeze brake pads against a spinning disk (rotor) when the brake pedal is pressed.
Disk Brakes
ABS is an automatic emergency braking system in most modern cars designed to prevent hydraulic brakes from locking up when suddenly braking (usually during wet or winter conditions).
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
Drum Brakes are either used on the back wheels (in combination with disc brakes on the front wheels) in some vehicles or used as the main braking system in older vehicles and some smaller cars. It’s a hydraulic system that uses wheel cylinders to push brake shoes against a spinning drum inside the vehicle’s wheels.
Drum Brakes
Also known as parking brake and hand brake, this is a mechanical or electronic system that operates independently of the main braking system. It’s controlled with a hand-operated lever to lock the vehicle’s wheels in place when parked (usually when stopping on incline).
Emergency Brake
Regenerative Brakes are commonly used in hybrids and EVs. They are designed to use the energy released when braking and bring it back to the vehicle to recharge the battery, helping increase the mileage one can drive on a single charge.
Regenerative Brakes
Depending on your vehicle, road conditions and driving habits, brakes can last anywhere between 18,000 and 70,000 miles. To be safe, experts recommend having your brakes serviced twice a year.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Brakes Tip:
If you are driving an electric vehicle (EV), regular front-end check ups are very important. Due to the build and working parts of EVs, they can be 10% to 20% heavier than regular internal combustion engine cars. This puts extra weight on the tires and the front-end parts.
While most hybrids and EVs have brakes pads that can last a long time (70,000 to 100,000 for most), there are other parts of the braking system that can get worn or loosened due to the additional stress caused by the increased weight. If you feel or hear something unusual when braking, it’s best to have the brakes inspected. Ensuring that your regenerative brakes are in a working order can help increase the distance you drive for a single charge. For your peace of mind, a yearly inspection can help ensure that your braking system is working properly.
