Brakes in Lakeside, CA, Servicing El Cajon, CA

Anti-lock Brake Systems (ABS) ensure that the wheels don't stop rotating during braking, preventing the car from skidding and offering greater control. If your ABS light comes on, we can help, and we will be happy to diagnose and fix the problem.

Brake fluid will absorb water from the air over time, causing the brake system to become less effective and the fluid to become corrosive, possibly damaging the system. It is important to perform a brake fluid flush regularly to ensure that your vehicle is using fresh fluid. Talk to our technicians when it's time for a brake fluid flush.

A brake hose is a tube carrying pressurized brake fluid this is from the master cylinder to the brakes. A crushed hose can cause a lagged or slow brake, and a leak in the hose can cause the brake, or the entire brake system, to fail. These don't need to be replaced that often, but is recommended to be replaced at the first sign of cracking or wear.

Brake pad problems can usually be identified by squealing brakes. If your brake pads deteriorate completely, you'll hear a grinding metal-on-metal sound when braking, ruining your rotors or drums! You should always see an auto repair professional immediately if you have brake problems.

The brake caliper houses your brake pads and fits around the rotor like a clamp, pressing the pads against the rotor when you are braking. A brake caliper problem could cause uneven braking, making your car slide forward when you brake. Uneven braking can also cause your vehicle to slide out of control in bad weather conditions.

In a disc brake system, rotors are attached to your vehicle's wheels. When the brake pads grip the rotor, they bring both the rotor and wheels to an immediate stop. However, the friction causes grooves and cracks to appear over time. Resurfacing brings the rotor back to a sage and "like-new" condition, reducing squealing and wobbling.