BRAKE SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT IN RAPID CITY, SD

Brakes are extremely important safety components of your vehicle. They help keep you, your passengers, and other drivers on the road safe. Worn down brakes can put you at risk of a collision.

Granite Automotive provides a full range of maintenance for your car in Rapid City, including brake service.

Find out more about the signs of brake wear and how familiarizing yourself with them can help keep you safe from harm.

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STRESS-FREE BRAKE MAINTENANCE AT
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When do car brakes need to be changed?

Brakes wear down at different speeds depending on your car and your driving habits, but it’s good to replace them about every 50,000 miles. Even before that, if you feel vibrations in your steering wheel, hear strange noises, or notice a light on your dashboard related to your brakes, bring your car in right away.

How are car brakes tested?

At Granite Automotive, our brake service technicians in Rapid City will inspect your system to make sure all components of your braking system are working correctly. Next, we check your wheels for brake dust, confirm your brake pads are at the recommended thickness, and test your brake pedal and steering wheel.

How should car brakes feel?

Your brakes should stop your car smoothly. When braking, you should not feel vibrations through the steering wheel, a soft or spongy sensation when applying pressure to the brake pedal, and your car should not pull to one side or the other.

What causes car brakes to fail?

Oil leaks that interfere with brake friction, as well as overheated and over-worn brake pads, can cause your brakes to wear down faster than normal.

Where to fix my car brakes? Does your vehicle need new brakes?

If your brakes are at the end of their service life or you have concerns about them, call or visit our brake service center in Rapid City. Our expert technicians at Granite Automotive will look at your brakes, recommend a maintenance plan, and service your vehicle as quickly as possible.