My breaks work fine when the pavement is dry. If i break hard theres no problems but in the rain If I have to break hard I can barely stop in time. It snowed today and if i even break light ontop of the snow it slides. I afraid to be on a hill and see what happens in the snow. Is this a break problem or do i need new tires? Because I never have this problem in dry weather on dry pavement.
2007-12-05 02:39:05 · 10 answers · asked by 15 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Sounds like a traction problem more than a brake problem, as long is it stops fine on dry pavement I would say invest in some new tires.
Good luck!
2007-12-05 02:43:27 · answer #1 · answered by naughty_b0yee 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
You are taking too many breaks....ha ha. If you have a good sets of all weather tire. The tires are not the problem, the brakes are acting differently, unless you have ABS system that is trying to compensate the slippery conditions of the pavement, you will feel a pulsating action of the ABS on your foot pedal.
2007-12-05 11:01:51 · answer #2 · answered by "Misinformed" 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you hear any type of squealing noise (wet or dry) when you go to break or even just driving?.... If so, then it probably is the breaks.
How long ago has the tires been put on? Were they new or used?
Is there good tread on the tires?
Answer these and I can get you your best answer (best possible answer without seeing and checking your breaks and tires)........my father owned a car auto shop and I have asked him...........of course he asked me these questions I just wrote and said he would need to know these answers before being able to give his best assumption w/out seeing and checking the breaks and tires on the car out himself....
2007-12-05 10:53:53 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have you looked at your tires...are they bald?
If your brakes work and your tires are in good condition, it sounds like that you need to slow down in wet weather. If you know that your breaking is not to up to par on wet roads, slow down and add more room between you and the car in front of you.
Unfortunately, the way describe on how your car behaves when it snowed, it probably best for you to stay home. But if you must drive, drive super - extra slow!! And double or triple the distance between your car and the car up ahead.
2007-12-05 10:50:27 · answer #4 · answered by GuitarPlaya2000 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's most likely the tires. Your tread is too low. Here's how to check it. Take a penny, turn it upside down with Lincoln's head going in first. If you can see all of his head then the tread is too low. Also most reputable tire stores will check them for free.
2007-12-05 10:47:54 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
break (v.) To cause to separate into pieces suddenly or violently; smash
You must mean brake.
brake (n.) A device for slowing or stopping motion, as of a vehicle, especially by contact friction.
If it stops fine on dry roads, look to your tires. Bet they are bald, or close to it.
2007-12-05 10:47:02 · answer #6 · answered by oklatom 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Sisto, It is BRAKES & not breaks. Any good tyre will slip on wet /snowy surface. It is called SKIDDING. Due to momentum , car will not stop on the spot. Braking distance varies according to speed.
2007-12-05 11:22:51 · answer #7 · answered by Muthu S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
check the tread on the tires.
They may be uneven or going bald
Sounds like a tire issue.
2007-12-05 10:51:38 · answer #8 · answered by Fuzzybutt 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you have ABS braking then your car is trying to brake in a straight line to keep it under control...
2007-12-05 10:43:27 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
bad tires
2007-12-05 10:47:08 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋