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How Long Do Brake Pads Last?

If you’ve been driving your car around the streets of Manhattan, Junction City, and Wamego, KS for a while, you may be wondering when it’s time to get your brake pads replaced. The wear on your car’s brake pads depends mostly on mileage and your own unique driving habits. If you’re wondering how long your brake pads will last, our team at Murdock Manhattan Chevrolet Cadillac is here to help. We’ve compiled this article for you, so you can learn all about the lifespan of your brake pads and the factors that affect their wear. 
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Understand Your Brake Pads

Brake pads are used in your vehicle to provide pressure and friction on the brake rotors to bring the car to a stop. These high levels of friction create incredible heat, which causes lots of wear and tear on the brake pads. That’s why they need to be replaced every once in a while once they’ve become worn down. 

Your particular driving style will have a great effect on how long your brake pads will last. You’ll need to understand your normal usage, such as whether you mainly drive in town or on the highway. In-town drivers will use their brakes more often, as there are lots of traffic lights and stop signs that you’ll have to stop at during your drives, and you’ll also use your brakes a lot in congested, stop-and-go traffic. If you mostly drive on open highways, you’ll likely use the brakes less often, since there’s no need to stop if the highway is clear and traffic is moving smoothly.

The action that creates the most friction and wear on your brake pads, though, is coming to a sudden stop from a high speed. Any time you have to stomp down on the brakes quickly like this, you put them under lots of pressure, which causes them to deteriorate more quickly.
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    How Long Do Brake Pads Last? 

    Brake pads last for 30,000 to 60,000 miles. Based on the car model that you drive, where you drive, and your driving habits, this number will vary. 

    It’s up to you to keep an eye out for any signs that your brake pads could need to be replaced prematurely. If your brakes squeak each time you press on the pedal, that’s one of the main signs that your brake pads are thin and worn. You’ll want to contact a trusted mechanic and get them checked out right away, so that your drives are safe.
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      Get Your Brake Pads Changed

      If you’ve noticed any signs that your brake pads need to be changed, or if it’s been at least 60,000 miles since the last time you had them changed, it’s probably time to get your brakes checked. Contact the Service Center at Murdock Manhattan Chevrolet Cadillac today to schedule an appointment to get your brakes serviced or to get a brake pad replacement. Feel free to reach out with any questions that you may have about your brake pads. Soon, you’ll be safely back on the streets of Manhattan, Junction City, and Wamego. 
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