It is common sense that your driving safety begins with your vehicle's brake system. The brake system comprises various components, and brake pads are one. The sole purpose of a brake pad is to cause friction between them and the brake disc, thus stopping your car's wheels from turning. The friction between the brake pad and the brake disc prevents the rotation from turning.
The friction generated by the brake pad is what makes the brake pad feel when you press down on it. The brake pads wear down over time, requiring replacement.
The brake pads will have brake dust and wear down over time, requiring new brake pads. Changing the brake pads will also remove the brake dust and any surface rust from the brake
discs.
Check your brake pads thickness. Typically, the brake pads should have a minimum thickness of 1/4 inch. If you notice that this thickness is below the recommended range, then it is time to have them replaced.
After how long should my Toyota Probox brake pads check? Indeed, we highly recommend that your brake pads are checked regularly. The ideal time to consider changing your brake pads is when you change your vehicle oil. Classic brake pads can safely serve you for approximately 50,000 to 60,000 miles or once per year, whichever comes first. However, your driving style and how often your car is used can play a role in determining how long they will serve you.
Will the brake pads serve you?
There are various red flag indications that your Probox brake pads are weary and due for replacement. These signs include.
Producing a squealing/ Squeaking sound
Growling or Grinding
Vibrations when you apply the brakes.
When you see brake pads in use, you'll notice that they have little grooves. This is so that when the rotor comes in contact with the pad, the grooves bite into the rotor, slowing it down. However, these grooves in the brake pads start to wear out over time due to friction, wear and tear.
Changing the brake pads will also remove the brake dust and any surface rust from the brake discs. When the brake pads are new, the brake dust and rust are still attached to the brake discs, so the discs will look clean even after the pads have been in use for a while.
So, you have made up your mind to replace the worn-out brake pads, but you don't know what to look for in the new brake pads. Generally, the condition of the road and your driving style determines what type of brake pads are suitable for your vehicle. For example, if you frequently use your Probox for commuting purposes, consider brake pads with great performance in high temperatures.
The ideal brake pads should work smoothly despite the climate conditions. Whether the road is muddy, wet, dry, or you're in cold or warm conditions,
the brake pads should help stop your vehicle with ease. Hot Bite and Cold Bite. The brake pads should provide sufficient friction regardless of whether the condition is cold or hot. Original Toyota Probox brake pads can work under both cold and hot conditions.
Maximum Operating Temperature. (MOT) .This is the maximum temperature that the brake pad can withstand and perform effectively and behold; they will disintegrate and
become unsafe. Dust Levels. Check whether the brake pads you want to buy meets the standard dust collection capacity.
Friction Response Temperature. This is determined in the friction profile. It measures the amount of force to be applied on the pedal to transmit the same response in case of
emergency braking.
Final thought.
Brake pads play a critical role in stopping your vehicle by causing friction between the brake disk pads. Over time, brake pads get worn out, which necessitates their replacement. Once you replace the worn-out brake pads, your Toyota Probox braking system should start functioning well perfectly.
It is also recommended to have your brake rotors skimmed when installing new brake pads. Our service bay can skim your brake rotors in 30 minutes and also install the new brake pads at the same time. Contact Superior Parts for more info.
In our next article we will talk about the Toyota Probox Brake Shoes and braking system.