Tuesday, August 9, 2016

August is National Brake Safety Awareness Month

PEKIN, Ill., – August is National Brake Safety Awareness Month! At Velde Ford, your safety is our top priority! We’ve created this list of signs your brakes are in need of service so that you can always be safe on the road! It’s recommended that you have your brakes inspected at least once a year, so be sure to schedule your service appointment at Velde Ford Pekin Service Center! Here are some signs to look out for:

1. Brake Pedal Vibration
If your brake pedal vibrates under your foot when you press on the brakes, this could be a sign of warped rotors. You’ll want to schedule an appointment to have your brakes checked at Velde Ford Service Center.

August is National Brake Safety Awareness Month

2. Pulling
You may notice your steering wheel wants to pull to the left or the right when you step on the brakes. This is a sign of multiple brake system issues, so you’ll want to have your brakes checked as soon as possible.

3. Your Dashboard Brake Light Illuminates
Your brake light is the most obvious sign of a brake system issue. It could just mean your emergency brake is engaged, so be sure to check if that’s the case. If not, you’ll want to schedule a service appointment at Velde Ford Service Center.

August is National Brake Safety Awareness Month

4. Grinding Noise
If you hear a grinding noise when you engage your brakes, this is probably the sound of the metal disc rubbing against a caliper. This noise probably indicates that you’ve damaged your rotors and could potentially be a costly repair. Be sure to schedule a service appointment right away.

5. High Pitched Screeching Noise
A high pitched screeching noise that occurs when you press on the brakes is a tell tale sign that your brake pads need to be replaced. This noise is from the wear indicator on the brake pad warning you that it’s time to have your brakes checked.

August is National Brake Safety Awareness Month

Since August is National Brake Safety Awareness Month, it’s a perfect time to have your brakes checked at the Velde Ford Service Center! If you notice any of the signs mentioned above, be sure to have your vehicle inspected right away. We want to make sure you’re staying safe on the road, so be sure to stay up to date on all of your vehicle’s routine maintenance!

At Velde Ford, we're committed to providing our customers with an unbeatable level of service and a great car buying experience. Stop by the dealership located at 2200 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554 or visit our website: VeldeFordPekin.com for more information.

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