
Vehicle’s Braking System
Your vehicle’s braking system is crucial for safety and requires regular maintenance to perform effectively. At O’Brien Services, we want to help you understand your brakes and recognize when professional service is needed.
Understanding Your Brake System
Key Components
- Brake pads/shoes
- Rotors/drums
- Calipers
- Master cylinder
- Brake lines
- Brake fluid
- ABS module
- Sensors
Normal Operation Signs
- Firm pedal feel
- Quiet operation
- Smooth stopping
- No pulling
- Quick response
- Even braking
- No vibration
- Normal pedal height
Basic Brake Inspection
Visual Checks
Look For:
- Pad thickness
- Rotor condition
- Fluid level
- Fluid color
- Line condition
- Caliper leaks
- Warning lights
- Even wear
Performance Indicators
- Stopping distance
- Pedal feel
- Noise levels
- Vibration
- Response time
- System balance
- Warning signs
- Overall function
Common Problems and Warning Signs
Brake Issues
Warning Signs:
- Squealing
- Grinding
- Soft pedal
- Vibration
- Pulling
- Long stopping
- Warning light
- Burning smell
Common Causes:
- Worn pads
- Warped rotors
- Air in lines
- Fluid leaks
- Caliper problems
- Master cylinder issues
- ABS faults
- Contamination
Basic Troubleshooting Steps
Safety Checks
- Check pedal feel
- Listen for noises
- Test stopping power
- Check fluid level
- Inspect visible parts
- Note any pulling
- Feel for vibration
- Monitor warning lights
Fluid Inspection
- Check level
- Note color
- Look for contamination
- Check consistency
- Monitor leaks
- Test pedal feel
- Check reservoir
- Inspect lines
When to Seek Professional Help
Critical Signs
- Grinding noises
- Soft/low pedal
- Warning lights
- Vibration
- Poor stopping
- Fluid leaks
- Burning smell
- System problems
Maintenance Needs
- Pad replacement
- Rotor service
- Fluid flush
- Caliper service
- Line inspection
- System bleeding
- ABS diagnosis
- Performance testing
How O’Brien Services Can Help
Our Brake Services
- Complete system inspection
- Pad replacement
- Rotor machining/replacement
- Fluid service
- Caliper rebuild/replacement
- Line repair
- ABS service
- System diagnosis
Professional Diagnostics
We use:
- Brake testing equipment
- Fluid analysis tools
- Pressure testing
- Computer diagnostics
- Visual inspection
- Road testing
- Performance measurement
- Safety verification
Quality Repairs
We provide:
- OEM parts
- Expert technicians
- Warranty coverage
- Complete testing
- Thorough inspection
- Detailed reporting
- Follow-up service
- Documentation
Preventive Maintenance
Regular Service Schedule
- Brake inspection
- Fluid checks
- Component testing
- Performance verification
- System testing
- Documentation
- Future planning
- Regular monitoring
Comprehensive Care
- Complete system service
- Component inspection
- Performance optimization
- Preventive repairs
- Documentation
- Future planning
- Regular monitoring
- Update recommendations
Safe Driving Tips
Brake Care
- Avoid hard braking
- Regular inspection
- Address issues promptly
- Maintain proper fluid
- Keep system clean
- Monitor changes
- Report problems
- Schedule service
Performance Tips
- Anticipate stops
- Maintain following distance
- Regular checks
- Clean components
- Monitor feel
- Listen for changes
- Watch warning signs
- Keep records
Schedule Your Service
Don’t compromise on brake safety. Contact O’Brien Services today for:
- Brake inspection
- System testing
- Maintenance service
- Repairs
- Expert advice
- Safety evaluation
Our Commitment
- Safety first
- Quality parts
- Expert service
- Fair pricing
- Clear communication
- Thorough inspection
- Complete testing
- Customer satisfaction