No matter how many state-of-the-art safety and driver assistance features your Nissan has, there is nothing more important than the brakes when it comes to keeping you safe. Because of this, it’s vital that you keep your brakes in the best possible condition, and this includes regular brake pad replacement service. Find out more about this service here on this page, and then come to Viva Nissan for brake pad replacement near Sunland Park, New Mexico, and Fort Bliss, Texas.
To answer this, let’s first take a look at the brake pads themselves. These parts are made of two main components: a metal backing that attaches to the brake caliper and a lining that presses against the brake rotor when you step on the brake pedal. In order to avoid damage from friction and metal-on-metal scraping, the brake lining is made from a softer, friction-resistant material. However, this also means that it will wear out faster than the other parts of your braking system. If it wears too thin, the metal backing becomes exposed to the rotors, which can cause some real damage.
Unlike many services performed based on time or mileage, the brake pads are replaced based on wear. For this reason, it is essential that you have a regular brake inspection service; this will let our technicians know how long your brake pads can go before they need to be replaced. In general, you will likely find that your front brake pads need to be replaced more frequently than the rear brake pads; this is mainly because your vehicle’s weight shifts forward when you brake, putting greater pressure on the rear of the front brake pads. You can also help your brake pads last longer by coming to slow, mellow stops each time instead of slamming on the brakes.
When you’re ready to have your brake pads replaced, we make it easy at Viva Nissan. Our online service scheduler lets you choose a day and time that work for you, or you can give us a call to set up your appointment. Our service department is open six days a week with extended hours, so it’s easy to stop by. We look forward to seeing you at Viva Nissan!
1310 N Zaragoza Rd, El Paso, TX 79936, USA
