5 Brake System Issues That are Common in Used Cars
Have you been hearing strange squeaky sound from your car, while applying the brakes? Or notice a puddle of oil beneath your car every morning? It is likely that your car’s braking system in not functioning properly. Malfunctioning brake system is a common problem in used cars, especially the ones that have travelled extra miles. It goes without saying how important the braking system of your car is. Whether you just bought a used car from a car auction online or an online repo car auction, make sure its brakes are working fine. To help you examine the brakes of your used cars, here are five common brake system issues.
Worn out Brake Pads Worn out brake pads can increase the braking distance and cause metal surface to grind against the rotor surface. Brake pads also develop cracks due to overheating. These cracks make the pads squeal on stopping. If you keep hearing such squealing noise whenever you press the brakes, you might have to replace the brake pads.