Location
5350 Eagleston Blvd Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
Hours
Open Today Sales: 9 AM-8 PMOpen Today Service: 7 AM-5 PMOpen Today Parts: 7 AM-5 PM
The invention of the wheel is highly recognized as one of the most revolutionary and transformative innovations in the history of time. But what about the invention of the brake? Knowing how the brakes on your car work and when to get them checked is very important, too. At the Lexus of Wesley Chapel Service Center in Florida, we can answer your questions about brake service and give you a better understanding of when and why they need to be serviced.
When you step on the pedal, a lever moves to send fluid through a hydraulic system down to cylinders on your wheels. This system applies the pressure that stops your car.
Calipers are simply clamps that close when you hit the brakes. They push the brake pads against the rotor to stop the wheel from spinning.
Stopping your car all comes down to friction. That means wear and tear, and it’s your brake pads that bear the brunt of that. As they weaken, they can squeal or shake your car. If this starts to happen, bring your car into our Wesley Chapel auto shop.
We have experts who can thoroughly check the lines, hoses, calipers, rotors – every component of your brake system.
The short answer is, once a year. But if you notice any issue, bring your car in for an inspection immediately. Letting a problem go unchecked can allow it to grow worse as you drive.
There are plenty of DIY pages online that give you step-by-step instructions on changing your own brake pads. However, this is one of those tasks better left to the professionals. After all, not only do our experts have years of training, but they have the best equipment to get the job done right.
When it’s time to inspect your brakes, or if you think you’ve noticed something that could be a problem, schedule an appointment with our brake department as soon as possible. You can also visit us at 5350 Eagleston Blvd in Wesley Chapel or contact us today.