Hixson, TN Brake Services

Your Trusted Partner for Safe and Reliable Braking Systems

At Christian Brothers Automotive Hixson, we understand the vital role your vehicle’s braking system plays in your safety and the safety of others on the road. Whether you’re driving through Hixson, TN, or embarking on a longer journey, maintaining a dependable braking system is essential. Our team is dedicated to providing top-tier brake services tailored to your specific needs, ensuring your vehicle remains safe and reliable.

What to Expect from Our Brake Services

  • Schedule Your Appointment: Conveniently book your brake service online or by phone. Feel free to share any concerns or symptoms you’ve noticed, so we can address them with precision.
  • Detailed Inspections and Diagnostics: Upon arrival, our skilled technicians will perform a thorough inspection and diagnostic assessment of your braking system, utilizing advanced tools and technology to ensure accuracy.
  • Comprehensive Digital Vehicle Inspection Report: We provide a detailed Digital Vehicle Inspection (DVI) report with visual evidence such as photos and videos. This helps maintain transparency, giving you a clear view of your vehicle’s condition.
  • Approval and Recommendations: Our service advisors will walk you through the findings, allowing you to review and approve any recommended repairs or maintenance. Your satisfaction and safety are our top priorities.
  • Efficient Service Completion: Most brake services are completed within a single visit. Should additional parts be required, we’ll coordinate a convenient time to complete the necessary repairs.

Stay confident on Hixson’s roads. Call us at (423) 403-3678 or book your brake service online today!

Signs Your Brakes May Need Attention

Recognizing the early signs of brake issues can prevent costly repairs and ensure your safety. Watch for these common indicators:

  • Squeaking or Squealing Noises: This usually indicates that your brake pads are worn and need replacement.
  • Grinding Sounds: Grinding noises may suggest that your brake pads are fully worn, causing metal-on-metal contact.
  • Vibrating or Pulsating Pedal: If you feel vibrations or pulsation in the brake pedal, it could signal warped rotors or other underlying issues.
  • Increased Stopping Distances: Longer stopping distances may point to inefficiencies in your brake system or issues with brake fluid.
  • Brake Warning Light: An illuminated brake warning light requires immediate attention to avoid safety risks.

Common Brake Concerns and Solutions

How Often Should You Replace Your Brakes?

Brake replacements vary depending on driving habits, road conditions, and vehicle type. Typically, we recommend checking brakes every 10,000–15,000 miles and replacing them approximately every 50,000 miles. Our experts can develop a personalized maintenance plan tailored to your specific driving needs.

Common Causes of Brake Squeaking

  • Worn brake pads
  • Debris or dust accumulation between pads and rotors
  • Glazed pads or rotors
  • Improper installation or lack of lubrication

Our Brake Inspection Process

Our comprehensive brake inspection process is designed to identify any issues with your braking system and provide you with a detailed assessment. Here's what you can expect during a brake inspection at Christian Brothers Automotive Hixson:

  1. Visual Inspection: We start by visually inspecting the brake pads, rotors, and calipers for signs of wear or damage.
  2. Brake Fluid Check: We assess the condition and level of your brake fluid, recommending a change if necessary.
  3. Test Drive: Our technicians will take your vehicle for a test drive to evaluate braking performance and identify any unusual noises or vibrations.
  4. Comprehensive Report: After the inspection, we provide you with a detailed report of our findings and recommendations for any necessary repairs or maintenance.

Why Choose Our Brake Services?

Choosing Christian Brothers Automotive Hixson means partnering with professionals who prioritize your safety and satisfaction. Our brake services include:

  • In-depth inspections of brake components, including pads, rotors, and calipers
  • Checks of hydraulic fluid levels and quality
  • Evaluations of brake lines, hoses, and hardware
  • Transparent estimates with a detailed breakdown of parts and labor
  • Approval required before any work begins—ensuring your trust and peace of mind

Experience the Christian Brothers Difference

At Christian Brothers Automotive Hixson, we’re committed to redefining automotive care in Hixson, TN. Contact us today to schedule your brake service and enjoy unmatched quality, transparency, and customer service.

Call us at (423) 403-3678 or book your service online now!

What to Expect With a Brake Service

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1. Schedule Your Appointment

Whether scheduling online or over the phone be sure and let us know what you're experiencing so we can provide fast and accurate service advice.

2. Diagnostics and Inspections

Drop off your vehicle and the shop will get to work with inspections and diagnostics using the same equipment as the manufacturers to determine issues and next steps.

3. Digital Vehicle Inspection Report and Estimate

Following the diagnosis we will text you a digital vehicle inspection report, containing pictures and videos of our findings and recommendations.

4. Review and Approval

A service advisor will reach out to walk you through the findings and recommendations to determine how you would like to proceed, or you can approve work directly in your DVI.

5. Work Performed or Scheduled

Most work can be completed immediately, or scheduled based on parts and customer availability.

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Did You Know: It takes up to three football fields to safely brake in the rain?

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How Christian Brothers Automotive Can Help

At Christian Brothers Automotive, we are dedicated to reshaping the way you think about car repair and service. When servicing your vehicle, we always provide an upfront summary of everything that needs to be fixed, including a parts and labor cost breakdown. Your vehicle repairs are always your choice; we will never do anything without your consent.

While inspecting your brakes, we check the following:

  • Brake pad thickness
  • Calipers
  • Brake/hydraulic fluid (level and condition)
  • Brake hoses–these wear out often, and need to be checked regularly for wear and tear
  • Brake hardware
  • Rotor wear

Choosing Christian Brothers Automotive for your brake service needs means entrusting your vehicle to a team of professionals who genuinely care about your safety and satisfaction. Contact us today to experience the Christian Brothers difference in automotive care.

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FAQs

  • Q. "Why is my ABS light on?"
    There are several reasons your vehicles anti-lock brake system light might be on. The four common reasons that typically cause this light to turn on include a malfunctioning ABS module, low levels in the fluid reservoir, broken wheel speed sensors, or the system is turned off. Learn more here.
  • Q. "How long will my brake pads last?"
    There is no perfect answer to this. Brake pads can last up to 70,000 miles while others will need to be replaced as early as 25,000 miles. The type of vehicle you drive, how you use your vehicle and your driving style are all factors to consider. If you are interested in learning more about brake pad wear and how to extend its lifespan click here.
  • Q. "When do I need to change my brake fluid?"
    Along with the type of brake fluid, your car’s owner manual will indicate how often you need your brake fluid flushed and replaced. In general, brake fluids flushes are recommended every 30,000 miles or two years. Click here to learn more.
  • Q. "Do you offer a warranty?"
    As part of our Nice difference.® commitment to providing our customers the best auto service experience possible, we also offer a3-year/36,000-mile warranty on all the work that we do. We offer this warranty at every Christian Brothers Automotive nationwide, and it will be honored at any location, regardless of which branch did the initial work.
  • Q. "What is a Digital Vehicle Inspection?"
    With a complimentary Digital Vehicle Inspection (DVI) on every visit, you’ll see firsthand photos of your vehicle from under the hood. We’ll let you know if everything is functioning properly or if there are any areas of concern. You can even approve or deny our service recommendations, all straight from your smartphone, or you can, of course, give us a call and we’ll explain our findings in further detail.
  • Q. "Can you provide service under my extended warranty?"
    Yes. At Christian Brothers Automotive, we work with all major extended warranty providers to make needed repairs for our customers. If you have an extended warranty, you can discuss your carrier with our team when scheduling an appointment and confirm that the work will be covered. You can find a partial list of the extended warranty companies we work with here.

Have more Questions?

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Hear What Our Customers Had to Say About Us

  • "Exemplary Customer Service care. Very professional, provided same day service for a battery replacement. A business with integrity and honesty. Thank you! Judith Ferris-Stringfield"

    - Judith Ferris-Stringfield

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