Brake Repair in Scarborough, ON

Your Brakes, Your Way

Brake Repair Where and How You Need It

Every automobile eventually needs brake repair, but you don’t have to drive elsewhere or return to the dealership to get the help you need. You can get reliable brake repair where and how you need it when you entrust your vehicle to Traditions Auto Service in Scarborough, ON. We’re conveniently located nearby at 550 Warden Ave., Scarborough, ON M1L 3Z3, Canada, and we’re open to serve you Mon-Fri: 8AM – 5:30PM. There is also a plan in place for after-hours pick-up and drop-off if that better suits your schedule. Our professional technicians have years of experience, and we’re knowledgeable about all makes and models. Our team helps you get the most out of your auto repairs, so schedule your appointment today using our online form or by telephoning us at (416) 691-5397.

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How Your Brakes Work

Your car’s braking ability is a remarkable result of hydraulic force and friction. Mechanical components and science make it easy to stop a heavy vehicle. When you press the brake pedal, a lever and piston force brake fluid through the brake lines from the master cylinder to the smaller cylinders near each wheel. The hydraulic force then moves the brake calipers. These hold the brake pads and move the pads into contact with the rotor, the large disc inside each wheel. The friction between these two components allows you to come to a stop. This process for disc brakes is similar to that of an older car with drum brakes or a newer model that’s equipped with drum brakes on the rear wheels. As the name suggests, a drum turns inside each wheel instead and is contacted by a brake shoe in place of the rotor and pad.

Signs You Need Brake Repair

Although the best practice is to have Traditions Auto Service check your brakes periodically as part of routine preventive maintenance services, be aware of signs that may indicate the need for brake repair. Any increase in stopping distances is concerning. If it’s taking you longer than before to stop your car, let us know immediately. Most often, brake squealing during braking prompts drivers to come in. If you hear this, your brake pads likely need to be changed. Manufacturers embed tabs in the pads as warning devices. As the metallic composite wears thin and nears the end of usable life, the exposed tabs create the tell-tale squealing. A vibration that’s noticeable only during braking usually points to a warped rotor. The otherwise smooth surface can be damaged by extreme heat. Pulling to one side during braking may mean that something has broken, causing one side to be stronger than the other. If the brake pedal feels spongy under your foot, your vehicle may be low on brake fluid. We’ll check the level as well as for problems such as ruptured lines or a cracked master cylinder. A burning smell may be attributed to a problem with the brakes or another issue. If it’s the brakes, a caliper could be stuck, or the emergency brake may have been left engaged. Regardless of the problem, Traditions Auto Service is here for brake repair that’s backed by a solid two-year/40,000-km nationwide warranty.