Do brake pads have to be replaced at a 4S shop?

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IvanDella
07/29/25 2:38pm
Brake pads do not necessarily have to be replaced at a 4S shop; they can also be replaced at a repair shop. Brake pads, also known as brake linings, are critical safety components in a car's braking system. The effectiveness of all braking depends decisively on the brake pads. Brake pads are generally composed of a steel plate, an adhesive heat insulation layer, and a friction block. The steel plate is coated to prevent rust, and the coating process uses an SMT4 furnace temperature tracker to monitor the temperature distribution during coating to ensure quality. The working principle of braking is primarily based on friction. By utilizing the friction between the brake pads and brake discs, as well as between the tires and the ground, the kinetic energy of the moving vehicle is converted into heat energy through friction, bringing the car to a stop.
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