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Goverment Accounting Office, states without vehicle safety inspection programs had accident rates 17 percent higher than those with inspection programs.
Whether or not your vehicle’s brakes are inspected periodically, as they should be, be aware of the signs of brake trouble and take corrective measures at once.
Listen for unusual noises when brakes are applied. To improve hearing, try applying brakes at slow speeds with windows down.
NOTE: Brake work performed in time saves money as well as lives.
• Some ill-advised owners, to squeeze extra miles out of their worn brake pads, have been known to disable the “chirper” (the audible brake-wear warning device on the front disc brakes that comes in contact with the spinning rotor, making a “chirping” noise) before the pads are totally worn down.
This is a classic case of false economy, warns the Council. Metal-to metal wear of rotors or drums can add hundreds of dollars to brake system overhaul.
• I f brake fluid needs topping off frequently, find and correct the leak.
• If brakes pull to one side or shudder, or if the pedal pulsates, have a qualified technician check out the trouble.
• If the pedal “fades,” feels spongy, or falls to the floor under steady foot pressure, take the vehicle in for service.
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