What are the signs before a car's brakes fail?
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Signs include body shaking when braking during driving, the brake pedal not returning to its position immediately, uneven braking when applying the brakes, and the car responding more slowly than usual when braking. Below is an introduction related to car brakes: 1. Introduction to brakes: Braking, also known as stopping, refers to the action of stopping or reducing the speed of running locomotives, vehicles, other means of transport, or machinery. The general principle of braking is to fix a wheel or disc on the high-speed shaft of the machine and install corresponding brake shoes, bands, or discs on the machine base to generate braking torque under external force. The braking device, also known as a decelerator, is a mechanical braking device that can slow down the speed. 2. Classification of brakes: Drum brakes, advantages of drum brakes, disadvantages of drum brakes, disc brakes, etc.
As a driver with twenty years of experience, I've seen too many warning signs of brake problems. The most obvious one is when the brake pedal feels spongy and lacks its usual firmness, sometimes requiring more effort to be effective. Then the brake system starts making squeaking or metallic grinding noises, which means the brake pads are almost worn out. If the car pulls to one side when braking, it's likely due to brake fluid leakage or air entering the lines, causing uneven braking. When the red light on the dashboard comes on, that's the brake warning signal and should never be ignored. If these issues aren't addressed promptly, minor problems can escalate into major ones, easily leading to accidents. So at the first sign of these symptoms, slow down immediately, pull over, and have a professional mechanic conduct a thorough inspection. Regular maintenance checks on brake fluid and pad thickness can also prevent problems before they occur. There's no such thing as a minor issue when it comes to driving safety—experience has taught me that these small details are not to be overlooked.
