Brakes grinding or squealing
Quick answer
Squealing usually means the pads are close to worn out. Grinding usually means they're gone and metal is cutting into the rotor. Shaking when braking points to warped or worn rotors.
Common causes
Worn padsA built-in wear indicator squeals to warn you.
Pads worn to metalGrinding. Rotors now need replacing too.
Uneven or thin rotorsSteering wheel or pedal vibration when stopping.
Sticking caliperPulling to one side, burning smell, one wheel hotter than the others.
When to get it checked
Squealing: book within a week or two. Grinding: now. Our brake inspection is free.
Ready when you are.
Book online or call. We will confirm your time the same day.