Your brake system is the most important safety feature in your vehicle. One of the most important components in your brake system is the rotors. In time, like all components, the rotors will wear out and need to be replaced. If you live in or around Topeka, Olathe, or Shawnee, you can have your brakes professionally serviced, including rotor replacements, at Victory Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM.
When the rotors are functioning correctly, they spin on the wheel hubs of the vehicle as the wheels turn to provide a smooth surface for your brake pads to grab onto so that you can slow and stop your vehicle when you brake. When the rotors wear out, it can cause serious problems stopping the vehicle if they aren’t replaced. It’s very important to take care of your rotors with regular inspections and get them replaced in a timely manner when they wear down too much to prevent an accident.
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Several signs and symptoms can answer this question, such as:
Noisy brakes: Squeaking and squealing noises when you brake can mean worn or warped rotors. When rotors are warped, they tend to squeak but severely worn or damaged rotors may produce a grinding sound.
Bad vibrations: When you steer or brake and you feel unusual vibrations, it can mean that your rotor is no longer smooth, so the pads can’t grip the rotors properly and the rough surface produces vibrations.
Visual clues: To see these kinds of clues, you need to visually inspect your rotors for grooves, discoloration, or other damage, but in some vehicles, you’ll need to take the wheel off to be able to see the rotors. In vehicles with spoked wheels, inspecting the rotors is much easier.
How Often to Replace Worn Brake Rotors
When it comes to your vehicle, the simple answer is it depends. Rotors can wear out anywhere between 30,000 and 70,000 miles. That is a wide range to say the least, but so much depends on your driving patterns and habits.
How often do you drive?
When do you drive?
Is it more continuous driving?
Is it stop-and-go driving?
Is it hot where you live?
Is it cold where you live?
How fast are you driving on average?
Any or all of these factors can wreak havoc on your rotors, as well as other brake components. That’s why it’s hard to say how often they should be replaced. Another factor is the kind of brake pads you use; some are harder on rotors than others. Our expert technicians at Victory CDJR can inspect your rotors for free and advise you if it is time to change your rotors.
If you notice any of the signs of rotor damage listed above or if you just want to have them inspected by our technicians, contact us at Victory CDJR and set up an appointment with our Service Center, or schedule your service online today.
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