It goes without saying that one of the most important systems in your Lexus is the brake system. Composed of brake pads, brake rotors, calipers, brake hoses, master cylinder, brake lines, and brake fluid, your brake system lets your brakes work as they should—immediately when you start pressing on the brake pedal, that is. Like with any system though your brake system is vulnerable to wear and tear, and needs to be serviced for the best performance possible.
At Lexus Downtown, our team of trained technicians can help service your brake system to help you get back on the road in no time, and have compiled information about how often to get your brake system serviced as well as warning signs to watch out for that indicate it’s time to book yourself in for a service appointment.
How Often to Get Your Brake System Serviced?
Signs Your Brake System Needs Maintenance
Luckily, there’s signs you can watch out for that indicate it might be time to book yourself in to get your brake system serviced:
- Strange noises when you press on the brake pedal (such as squealing or grinding)
- Takes longer than normal to come to a complete stop
- You have to push your brake pedal to the floor to get any response
- Your brake pedal feels hard/barely moves when you push on it
- Brake pedal or steering wheel vibrates when the brakes are applied
- Vehicle pulls to one side or the other when the brakes are applied
Schedule Your Brake System Service with Lexus Downtown in Toronto, ON
At Lexus Downtown in Toronto, ON, our trained technicians are ready to help you make certain your brake system works exactly as it should. Just fill out the form below to book yourself in for a brake system service appointment, or contact us if you have any questions about your brakes and whether you should schedule yourself in today!