When Do We Know it is the right time to change the brake pad

v.tec · 3rd May 2006, 01:59

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Originally Posted by v.tec

well i was searching for brake oil change..but could find this the closest topic..
anyway..i wanted to know when should one get the brake oil changed/filled? ive no clue about what it is though..but yeah in a new car i heard that one should get the brake oil changed at 5k or 10k? aint sure about that either ..please help

hey i was asking about this ...the rest are one year old posts lol

Deeps · 3rd May 2006, 02:02

As far as i know, the oil does not need to be changed but only topped up. But just for my own satisfaction, i'd probably get the brake system flushed and refilled after certain time intervals.

Rehaan · 3rd May 2006, 09:38

Dust, dirt, air and moisture.

Your brake fluid's worst enemies.
(Might i take this opportune moment to add that its brake fluild and not brake oil, just FYI)

So as i was saying, over time, any/all of the above get into your fluid, and its best to bleed out the system and put in some new brake fluid, rather than just topping up all the time.

cya
R

tsk1979 · 3rd May 2006, 10:46

A moderately hard jab on the brakes should provide adequate braking force. If you need to stand on the brakes for even minor emergency braking, its time to check out your brake system.
Most pads gon bad give a screechy noise, but most brake faliures are not due to pads. Pads go gradually and you notice you need to apply more and more force.
Its the master cylinder which is the main culprit. Most cars have master cylinders which have rubber seals. Now rubber is a material which can get damaged with heat, water etc., etc., So you spring a leak. Many people dont give heed to that red brake warning light which doubles up as a hand brake light too. The end result. You slam the brakes and nothing happens.
In many cars the brake system warning light is not very reliable, so the moment you feel your pedal getting "spongy" go for a check. It could be a simple case of air in the system or a more serious problem

lsjey · 3rd May 2006, 12:37

Hi guys,

I'm slightly confused. I drive a WagonR and have done more than 85K on it. Have not changed the brake pads or the clutch pads as well. The maruti dealers (atleast a couple in Blr) have told me that the brake pads will last another 10K on the odometer.

Now I have the following questions:

1. There is no squealing, brake fell being soft etc etc. Should i still replace the pads.
2. What does Maruti recommends for brake pad replacement period.

What do you guys think?

Regards,

lsjey

dhirajs · 3rd May 2006, 12:48

Ive changed the brake pads thrice on my ohc,it has clocked 105000kms.A pairs costs Rs.3600(including labor) at honda & 2600 at khan market.

I would advice everyone to always put in genuine brake pads.

3rd May 2006, 02:02	#17
Deeps Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2004 Location: Delhi/Noida Posts: 1,119 Thanked: 170 Times	As far as i know, the oil does not need to be changed but only topped up. But just for my own satisfaction, i'd probably get the brake system flushed and refilled after certain time intervals.
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3rd May 2006, 09:38	#18
Rehaan Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 24,198 Thanked: 36,140 Times	Dust, dirt, air and moisture. Your brake fluid's worst enemies. (Might i take this opportune moment to add that its brake fluild and not brake oil, just FYI) So as i was saying, over time, any/all of the above get into your fluid, and its best to bleed out the system and put in some new brake fluid, rather than just topping up all the time. cya R
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3rd May 2006, 10:46	#19
tsk1979 Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 23,688 Thanked: 23,494 Times View My Garage	A moderately hard jab on the brakes should provide adequate braking force. If you need to stand on the brakes for even minor emergency braking, its time to check out your brake system. Most pads gon bad give a screechy noise, but most brake faliures are not due to pads. Pads go gradually and you notice you need to apply more and more force. Its the master cylinder which is the main culprit. Most cars have master cylinders which have rubber seals. Now rubber is a material which can get damaged with heat, water etc., etc., So you spring a leak. Many people dont give heed to that red brake warning light which doubles up as a hand brake light too. The end result. You slam the brakes and nothing happens. In many cars the brake system warning light is not very reliable, so the moment you feel your pedal getting "spongy" go for a check. It could be a simple case of air in the system or a more serious problem
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3rd May 2006, 12:37	#20
lsjey BHPian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Chennai Posts: 449 Thanked: 1,026 Times	Should I replace brake pads? Hi guys, I'm slightly confused. I drive a WagonR and have done more than 85K on it. Have not changed the brake pads or the clutch pads as well. The maruti dealers (atleast a couple in Blr) have told me that the brake pads will last another 10K on the odometer. Now I have the following questions: 1. There is no squealing, brake fell being soft etc etc. Should i still replace the pads. 2. What does Maruti recommends for brake pad replacement period. What do you guys think? Regards, lsjey
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3rd May 2006, 12:48	#21
dhirajs BHPian Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Delhi Posts: 144 Thanked: 12 Times	Ive changed the brake pads thrice on my ohc,it has clocked 105000kms.A pairs costs Rs.3600(including labor) at honda & 2600 at khan market. I would advice everyone to always put in genuine brake pads.
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