![]() squeaking, squealing, grinding, sticking. BMW quoted me $950 for brake pads, rotors and sensors all the way around for my car, Autozone quoted me $430 for the same set but the Duralast gold brand.Īutozone will do a lifetime replacement on the pads so i'm not too worried about if they don't last as long but wanted to know if my stopping power will be the same or if they will cause any problems i.e. ![]() Please note that the tool that you receive after placing an online order may be in a used but operable condition due to the nature of the Loan-A-Tool® program.I hope this isn't a dumb question but I wanted to get some input on the type of brakes you guys would recommend I use for my car. Do not wear ties or loose clothing when working on your vehicle.įREE Loan-A-Tool® program requires returnable deposit. ![]() Should electrolyte get on your body or clothing, neutralize it immediately with a solution of baking soda and water. Always wear gloves and safety glasses and other personal protection equipment, and work in a well-ventilated area. Sulfuric acid is caustic and can burn clothing and skin or cause blindness. Use caution when working with automotive batteries. Always disconnect the negative battery cable before servicing an electrical application on the vehicle to protect its electrical circuits in the event that a wire is accidentally pierced or grounded. Always chock your wheels prior to lifting a vehicle. Refer to the service manual for specific diagnostic, repair and tool information for your particular vehicle. Information is accurate and true to the best of AutoZone’s knowledge, however, there may be omissions, errors or mistakes.īe sure to consult your owner’s manual, a repair guide, an AutoZoner at a store near you, or a licensed, professional mechanic for vehicle-specific repair information. If you continue to drive, you could notice symptoms of worn brake pads worsen when the material is at or below 2/32”.Īdvice, how-to guides, and car care information featured on and AutoZone Advice & How-To’s are presented as helpful resources for general maintenance and automotive repairs from a general perspective only and should be used at your own risk. When the remaining material is down to 3/32”, it’s time to replace your brake pads. Most brake pads are manufactured with between 8/32” and 12/32” of wear material, not including the backing plate. When the wheel has been removed, both the inner and outer brake pad thicknesses should be measured at each end to see who much material is remaining. The best way to determine if your brakes are worn out and need to be replaced is with a visual inspection. Regardless of what material your brake pads are made of, they’re eventually going to wear out. ![]() Ceramic brake pads combine elements like clay and porcelain with copper fibers for quieter stopping, long wear life, and resistance to rotor wear.They’re longer lasting but can be noisy at times and generate more wear on the rotors. Semi-metallic brake pads are a combination of metals like copper, steel, and iron mixed with non-metallic compounds like graphite and fillers.They’re quiet and a relatively soft material so they aren’t hard on rotors but have a shorter lifespan than other options. Non-metallic or organic brake pads have a blend of synthetic materials like cellulose, sintered glass, aramid, and other compounds in various quantities depending on the manufacturer.There are three different types of pad material you’ll find for most passenger vehicles: Brake pads all have a solid steel backing plate to which the friction material is bonded.
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