There might have been many times when your car has sent you a signal indicating faulty brake calipers. But knowingly or unknowingly, you might have missed it. This is very dangerous. It is crucial to check and maintain the quality of your brake calipers. Though brake calipers are designed in such a way that they last long, very often they undergo wear and tear due to the pressure of the brake, but that doesn’t mean that they won’t fail.
What is a brake caliper?
In simple terms, a caliper is one of the elements that make up your car’s disc braking system. It is the hydraulic clamping mechanism that helps the brake pads to slow down the vehicle by exerting pressure on the wheels that are attached to the brake rotors. Every time you press the brake, this action occurs and the calipers squeeze the brake pads against the rotors.
Signs that indicate a faulty caliper
As mentioned earlier, your brake calipers are made to last for a long time, this means they might never wear or tear down but still needs regular inspection for quality check and if needed, can be replaced. There are several indications that can tell you that you have a faulty brake caliper. Here are some situations that can tell you what is wrong with your calipers
- During inspection: This is perhaps the best way to find out whether you have a faulty brake caliper or not. Regular technical inspections can easily help to minimize the risk of failing calipers. The technician will easily notice if the caliper has any problem or is showing any signs of issues that may happen in the future.
- If you hear strange sounds: There can be a lot of problems that can lead to odd noise to come out from your braking system. Old brake pads often give out squeaking noises and grinding sounds when they are worn off. If you hear a clunk sound, then it often indicates a broken caliper bracket. This is less common and thus needs a thorough inspection.
- If your vehicle is pulling to one side: Often calipers can seize up and get stuck making the brake pads function incorrectly alongside the rotors. This can lead the vehicle to pull up on one side.
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