To ensure an optimal and effective braking system in your vehicle you must have good brake pads, if you are still not sure which is the best option for your vehicle, in SERVIFERNO we want to help you clear all the doubts you have about this issue
What are brake pads and what do they do?
Pads are part of the disc brake system in vehicles. They are the friction materials that when in contact with the disc causes the vehicle to stop when the driver presses the pedal.
What should a good brake pad have?
A good brake pad should have 3 basic characteristics: good grip, good durability and comfort in braking. Depending on how the vehicle is used, the appropriate pads must be selected. There are pads whose main characteristic is the duration, and in others it is the comfort of braking. The ideal pill will depend on the use, make and model of the vehicle.
If we talk about vehicles for personal use, the most common type is the ceramic tablet for comfort. On the other hand, for heavier duty vehicles, the semi-metallic pad is a good option for the durability it offers.
When to change brake pads?
On average, the pads should be replaced every 20 000 – 25 000 km. Some signs that warn you that you need to change are if you hear a squeal when braking, or if your car lights up the pad wear indicator, replace them immediately.
Now that you know more about the different features and think it’s time to change your brake pads, we invite you to browse our wide range of spare parts in our online store.