Can You Still Drive with Worn Brake Pads?

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Trudy
07/30/25 2:41am
It is possible to drive with worn brake pads, but they should be replaced as soon as possible. Safe driving distance after detecting brake pad wear: After the Mercedes dashboard indicates that the brake pads are worn, the safe driving distance is 100 kilometers, and all brake pads will wear out within 1,000 kilometers. Brake pads are one of the most critical safety components of a car, directly related to the vehicle's braking performance. Structural components of brake pads: The key structural components of brake pads include: steel plate, bonded heat insulation layer, and friction block. The main materials of the friction block are friction material and adhesive. In terms of brake pad types, they can be classified based on application and production materials. Since brake pads are crucial, they should be well-maintained.
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