Here at ACC UK Ltd, Independent Volvo & Toyota Servicing, Repair and MOT Specialists based in the heart of Farnborough Hampshire we are often asked
“is it really necessary to change the brake discs and pads on my car or can i go a little longer?” If we have advised you that they need changing it
is because they really do! They are the single most important safety feature of your car – how else are you going to manage to stop your vehicle? You
should never ignore even the simplest of problems related to the brake system on your Volvo or Toyota. If you feel that there is a problem you should
seek the advice of your local independent Volvo & Toyota service, repair and MOT specialist
as soon as possible.
Your failure to act on the early warning signs really could have catastrophic and fatal results to not only you but other road users and pedestrians. See
below our Seven Point Brake Checklist. If you notice any of these issues it is time to get your brakes professionally checked by your local independent
Volvo and Toyota service, repair and MOT specialists in Farnborough, Hampshire – ACC UK Ltd.
- Loss of grip on the road when you are braking
- Your car pulling to the left or right whilst you are braking
- A soft or low brake pedal
- If you feel shuddering through your steering wheel when braking
- If you hear squeals, screeches and high pitched noises when breaking
- Your brake system warning light flashes on your dashboard
- Your car takes longer to stop than it normally would
If Your Brake Warning Light Is On....
You either have your handbrake on or you have a serious drop in your brake system’s hydraulic pressure and your brakes may be near total failure – go straight
to your local independent Volvo and Toyota garage
If You Find It Hard to Depress Your Brake Pedal....
If you find it harder than usual to press your brake pedal this could indicate possible frozen callipers or wheel cylinders, damaged brake linings or hydraulic
fluid lines may be frozen – go straight to your local Volvo and Toyota garage
If You Find That Your Brake Pedal Feels Spongy......
Take your car to your local independent Volvo and Toyota garage for further investigation – if you are unable to drive your vehicle safely there use the
recovery services – do not attempt to drive if you feel unable to safely stop your car
If You Hear Squealing When You Use The Brake Pedal.....
Any noise such as squealing, screeching, grinding, clattering or banging indicates that your brakes need attention. Take your car to your local independent
Volvo and Toyota servicing centre for expert advice and repair.
Your Steering Wheel Has Vibration When Your Braking......
Again this would indicate that you could well have a serious problem – do not ignore these signs – take your vehicle to your local independent Volvo and
Toyota garage for a thorough inspection by qualified experts
Your Car Feels Like It Is Pulling To The Left Or Right When Using Your Brakes......
This could be a simple thing like you have an underinflated tyre – seek expert advice from your local independent Volvo and Toyota garage servicing Farnborough,
Farnham, Fleet, Aldershot, Camberley, Hampshire and Surrey and surrounding areas, to rule out anything serious.
It’s important to get your brake discs and pads, along with the rest of your braking system, checked fairly regularly to ensure that it’s all running smoothly.
If you have had an advisory on your MOT please do not wait until the next MOT to get it sorted – chances are it wont last that long. Therein lies the
benefits of regular servicing of your vehicle especially if you have high mileage – there is no second chance to stop your car safely if you experience
brake failure. Happy and safe driving from all at ACC UK Ltd – Your Independent Volvo & Toyota Servicing, Repair & MOT Specialists serving
customers in Farnborough, Farnham, Fleet, Aldershot, Camberley, Hampshire and Surrey.
