How Many Kilometers Should Truck Brake Pads Be Replaced?

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Truck brake pads are generally replaced every 10,000 kilometers or so. However, brake pads should also be replaced under the following circumstances: 1. Check the thickness: Normally, a brand-new set of brake pads is about 1.5cm thick. When the visible thickness of the brake pad is less than 0.5cm, it needs to be replaced. Each brake pad also has a raised indicator on both sides, which is about 2-3mm thick. This is the minimum replacement limit for the brake disc. If the brake pad thickness is already level with this indicator, it must be replaced immediately. 2. Listen for sounds: If you hear a metallic scraping or squealing sound when lightly applying the brakes, the brake pads must be replaced immediately. This indicates that the wear indicators on both sides of the brake pads are directly rubbing against the brake disc, meaning the brake pads have exceeded their limit. 3. Feel the braking force: If you need to press the brake pedal deeper than usual to achieve the same braking effect, or if you notice a significantly lower pedal position during emergency braking, it could mean the brake pads have lost most of their friction. In this case, they must be replaced immediately to avoid serious accidents.