I bought a used car, took it to 2 different mechanics for inspections. 1 said it needed new brake pads now, the other said it didn't need them for a while yet. I THINK the first guy said I had 40% (but he was throwing lots of numbers around, so that might not have been it) left.
2006-07-03 22:39:37 · 6 answers · asked by Pisces 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
It depends on the car.
If you don't hear the squeal of the low-brake-pad-indicators, forget about this issue until you do.
2006-07-03 22:44:03 · answer #1 · answered by energeticthinker 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
if your brakes don't seem to be stopping you properly or they are squealing get them replaced now. if not- you might have a little time before you need new brake pads. if you are a woman and didn't have a man w/ you- most mechanics will try to rip you off. i would use your judgement and money situation, if you have the extra cash right now- get them replaced now- better to be safe than sorry. if you don't have the money and they are not squealing and are stopping you in good time, you could let is slide a month or two.
2006-07-04 05:45:18 · answer #2 · answered by tiggerkitty3 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
generally 2mm on the thinnest part of the pads, in most cases front pads wear faster than rear, a mm measurement is usually the best as percentage is an opinion of the inspector and all pads are not the same thickness to start with
2006-07-04 11:10:05 · answer #3 · answered by Kato 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take the car in to your dealer and have them do whatever brake work is necessary. You might pay 20% more, but you'll get the right brake pads, rotors and service procedures for your manufacturer's car.
2006-07-04 07:42:06 · answer #4 · answered by bobweb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on the car as some do not have wear out squealers roughly 2mm which would be about 20% is the latest.
2006-07-04 05:53:32 · answer #5 · answered by butchdalton 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, when they wear down all the way, the rotars are set for some serious damage, and replacing them can be costly.
Get a 3rd opinion.
2006-07-04 05:44:58 · answer #6 · answered by My Big Bear Ron 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋