Why Are My Brakes Grinding?

If while on your daily commute to Traverse City you hear the unpleasant sound of metal on metal coming from your car, it could be your brakes making grinding noises. If you’ve ever wondered, “Why are my brakes grinding?” Serra Toyota of Traverse City is here to help! The National Highway Safety Administration warns Cadillac drivers that faulty brakes cause up to 25% of all accidents, and we want you to stay safe. So, read on to learn more about brake grinding when stopping, and contact us if it’s time for service on your brakes.

Brakes Making Grinding Noise When Stopping

Your brakes are an essential safety system in your vehicle. We hear the question, “Why are my brakes grinding” often in the Serra Toyota of Traverse City service center. What’s happening at the time you hear the brakes grinding is most helpful when diagnosing which brake parts to replace. If your brakes are making a grinding noise when stopping, it might be because of one of the following issues:

• Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS): If your brakes are making a grinding noise when stopping or your brake pedal is vibrating, it may be your ABS.
• Brake discs and calipers: If you hear a sharper sound coming from your brakes while driving to Manistee, or your brake pedal rumbles, it might be your brake discs and calipers.
• Brake pads: If your bakes are making a grinding noise when pressing down on the brake pedal, your brake pads are worn out and need replacing. Brakes get thinner and begin to squeal as they age, often called “brake scrubbing.”

Brake Grinding Noise When Driving

If you hear a brake grinding noise as you drive past Cadillac, it could be rocks and debris bouncing off the brake rotors or caliper. It’s easy to remedy, but you must do it quickly to prevent more significant damage. You could find and remove the debris yourself, but if you prefer to leave the job to the certified technicians in the Serra Toyota of Traverse City service center, make a service appointment today.

Serra Toyota of Traverse City is Always At Your Service

Now that you no longer need to ask, “Why are my brakes grinding when I brake?” contact us at Serra Toyota of Traverse City if we can be of service. Our service team will diagnose the problem, provide a quote for repairs, and get you back on Glen Arbor roads in no time. Please review our service specials and let us know how we can help!