Your brakes are the most important safety system on the vehicle, and they wear every time you drive. In stop-start traffic on roads like Rivonia Road and William Nicol, pads and discs work hard. We inspect brakes on every vehicle that comes through the workshop as part of our free safety check.
When work is needed, we replace worn parts with quality components and check the whole system, not just the part that is making a noise.
Signs your brakes need attention
- Squealing, scraping or grinding when you brake
- The pedal feels soft, spongy or sinks towards the floor
- The car pulls to one side under braking
- Vibration through the pedal or steering wheel
- The brake or ABS warning light is on
- It takes longer to stop than it used to
What we do
- Brake pad and shoe replacement
- Disc and drum replacement or skimming where within spec
- Brake fluid replacement
- Calliper, wheel cylinder and brake hose repairs
- Handbrake adjustment and cable replacement
- ABS sensor and fault diagnosis with a diagnostic scan
Brake fluid is easy to forget
Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which lowers its boiling point and can corrode parts from the inside. Most manufacturers specify a change every two years or so. We test it and tell you when it is due.
Common questions
How often should brake pads be replaced?
It depends on your driving and vehicle. We measure them at every visit and tell you how much life is left.
Do I need new discs every time?
Not always. If the discs are within the manufacturer's minimum thickness and not damaged, we can keep them.
Is a grinding noise serious?
Yes. It usually means the pad material is gone and metal is touching the disc. Book in as soon as possible.
Can you fix my ABS light?
Yes. We scan for the fault and test the sensor, wiring or module.
