Part and system guide
Brake Pads and Rotors
Brake pads clamp against rotors to slow the vehicle through friction.
What it does
Turn vehicle motion into heat during braking.
Failure signs
- Squeaking
- Grinding
- Brake pedal pulsation
- Steering wheel shake
- Longer stopping distance
Maintenance notes
- Inspect pad thickness and rotor condition together.
- Service caliper slide pins where applicable.
- Do not ignore grinding noise.