Do Brake Pads and Brake Discs Need to Be Replaced Together?

[MacHailey]

Brake pads and brake discs do not need to be replaced together. The replacement cycle for brake discs is longer than that of brake pads. Under normal driving conditions, front brake pads need to be replaced every 30,000 to 50,000 kilometers, while rear brake pads require replacement every 60,000 to 80,000 kilometers. On the other hand, front brake discs should be replaced every 60,000 to 80,000 kilometers, and rear brake discs only need replacement at around 100,000 kilometers. This means that brake discs need to be replaced once for every two replacements of brake pads. Developing a habit of regular inspections and timely maintenance is the best practice. Brake discs, also known as brake rotors, are disc-shaped metal components with numerous air holes. They rotate along with the tires during driving. When the brake calipers clamp the brake discs, braking force is generated, which helps in decelerating or stopping the vehicle.