What to Expect With a Brake Service
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.
Did You Know: It takes up to three football fields to safely brake in the rain?
Benefits of Timely Brake Pad Replacement
Timely replacement of brake pads ensures your safety and that of other road users, preventing extensive damage to rotors and calipers that often leads to costly repairs. In Mansfield, with its mix of traffic conditions, having reliable brakes is especially important. We can often coordinate brake pad replacement services in Mansfield with oil changes or tire rotations to reduce downtime, ensuring your vehicle is ready for long trips or regular drives to nearby cities.
Staying ahead of brake wear offers several key advantages:
- Enhanced Safety: Ensures reliable stopping power to protect you and other drivers on the road.
- Improved Handling: Increases vehicle control and responsiveness during sudden stops.
- Prevent Damage: Protects critical components like rotors and calipers from metal-on-metal wear.
- Cost Savings: avoiding extensive repairs by addressing worn pads before they cause system failure.
- Trip Readiness: Supports safe, predictable braking performance for commutes and travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Often Should Brake Pads Be Replaced?
Brake pads typically need replacement every 30,000 to 70,000 miles, depending on driving habits, brake quality, and other factors. Regular inspections by experienced technicians, like those at Christian Brothers Automotive Mansfield, can provide more precise guidance based on your vehicle’s conditions in Mansfield.
Can I wait to replace my brakes?
Waiting is dangerous and costly. Delaying brake repair when you hear grinding can damage rotors and calipers. Immediate attention ensures safety and prevents minor maintenance from becoming a major expense.
Why do my brakes squeak?
A squeaking or squealing noise is often a built-in wear indicator on brake pads. It means your pads are low. However, it can also be caused by dust or moisture. A professional check confirms the cause.
Can I Wait to Replace My Brakes?
Delaying brake replacement can lead to decreased braking efficiency and potential damage to the brake system components, increasing repair costs and compromising safety. It’s advisable to act promptly once wear indicators are observed to maintain safety on the roads of Mansfield.
Do You Offer Warranties on Brake Services?
Yes, Christian Brothers Automotive Mansfield offers an industry-leading warranty on our brake pad replacement services, helping provide peace of mind with every visit. Our confidence in our workmanship and materials reflects our commitment to the longevity of the service provided.
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FAQs
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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"I liked the customer service and going above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable while waiting in the store for my vehicle work to be done, specifically being offered a nice hot coffee with creamer."
- J.L.