Brakes Service
Nissan Brake Service in Frmemont, CA
When it comes to vehicle health, performance, and safety, brake inspections and service are essential. Without regular brake checks and repairs, how else can you expect to combat the constant wear of stop-and-go driving?
At our dealership in Fremont, CA, we employ a team of Nissan factory-trained and ASE-certified technicians who conduct all of our maintenance and repair services, including brake procedures. Our service experts know a thing or two about Nissan vehicles as well as all brake systems, so trust our team for brake inspections, parts replacement, and more.
How Do My Brakes Work?
Most vehicles today are equipped with disc brakes, and a few others have drum brakes. Have you ever stopped to think about how pressing on a pedal can stop a moving vehicle weighing thousands of pounds and traveling at high rates of speed? It is because of hydraulics in the brake system. Brake fluid fills the brake lines and when you apply your brakes, hydraulic pressure is generated through the lines that act as a powerful fulcrum to multiply your light pressure to much heavier pressure. This pressure goes through the lines to a piston in your brake calipers. The calipers are mounted to a brake knuckle that extends around your brake rotor. The pressure here causes the calipers to squeeze an inboard and outboard pad with mounted friction material against the rotor. The pads grab the rotor, and the resulting friction force slows your rotors, which are mounted to a spinning hub around your wheels, and this is what slows and stops your vehicle.
It’s easy to see that if all the components of your braking system are not at their best it can lead to disaster. To avoid accidents and keep you safe, your brakes need to be inspected at least twice a year to ensure that everything is working well. If you should need new, pads, rotors, fluid, or any other brake system components replaced, contact us at Premier Nissan of Fremont and set up an appointment, or schedule your brake service online.
Trustworthy Auto Service in Fremont, CA
We encourage the Union City, CA area drivers of all makes and models to stop by our service center so that they can access quality brake service and new replacement parts and fluids. We offer an array of well-priced services and always get the job done right. If you're looking for brake service on a budget, keep in mind that our prices are always competitive, and we even have service and parts specials available.
Some of the comprehensive brake services we offer include:
- Line replacement and repairs
- Pad and rotor replacement
- Bleeding and fluid replenishment services
- Master cylinder replacement
- Brake Drum Service
- Brake Shoe Service
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Service
- And other brake repairs as needed.
Your brakes are the most important safety feature on your vehicle. Each year about 300,000 accidents occur because of faulty brakes. The most frequent kind of accidents are rear end collisions. A driver moves along too fast and suddenly topping a hill there are lines of stopped vehicles, or the person is following too closely behind a vehicle and the lead vehicle stops suddenly. A driver gets distracted over a text message or is changing the radio station or any number of other scenarios, which can cause other drivers to need to stop quickly to avoid an accident. The key to staying safe is having your brakes inspected and serviced regularly to ensure that they are functioning their best.
How Often Should My Brakes be Serviced?
The short answer to this is that it depends on several factors. The make, model, quality of the parts, climate, driving patterns, and habits all affect your brake pads. Pads and shoes can last between 20,000-80,000 miles. Brake fluid can last 2-5 years. The variation in your brake cycles can be very unpredictable, and that’s why regular brake inspections are the key to maintaining the effectiveness of your brakes. Best practice would dictate that each vehicle owner should consult their owner’s manual to find manufacturer recommendations for your brake inspection schedule, but for most vehicles an inspection every 10,000-12,000 miles or once a year is usually sufficient.
If you live in or near Pleasanton, Mountain View, or Berkely, the next time you need a quality brake repair or inspection, be sure to choose the experts at Premier Nissan of Fremont near Milpitas, CA. Start by scheduling a service appointment online.