2018 Ford Taurus Brake Pads in Fort Worth, TX

A grinding sound means the friction material is gone and the backing plate may be contacting the rotor. An inspection measures the remaining material and checks the complete brake system.

• Squeal or scrape during braking
• Grinding noise
• Longer pedal travel or stopping distance

Rotors, calipers, hardware, and brake fluid are assessed because brakes wear as a system. The manufacturer’s schedule calls for inspecting pads, brake lines, hoses, and connections every 10,000 miles.

• Four-corner pad measurement
• Vehicle-matched replacement pads
• Rotor, caliper, hardware, and fluid inspection

City traffic, towing, hills, and hard stops can shorten pad life. Measuring the remaining material during inspection is what determines whether replacement is needed now or at a later visit.

• City driving increases brake use
• Towing places additional demand on the system
• Inspection measures remaining pad material

Rotors are inspected alongside pads, calipers, hardware, and fluid rather than automatically replaced with every pad service. Replacing one component while ignoring another can shorten the life of the new part.

• Rotors are inspected during pad service
• Calipers and hardware are checked too
• Fluid condition is assessed with the system

Grinding means the friction material is gone and the backing plate is on the rotor. Squealing, scraping, longer pedal travel, or delayed stopping also warrant prompt inspection because braking performance can continue to decline.

• Grinding means stop driving
• Longer stopping distance needs attention
• All four corners should be assessed

Visit the service department at 300 West Loop 820 South, Fort Worth, TX 76108. You can also review service specials before booking your 2018 Ford Taurus brake inspection.

• Book through the online appointment scheduler
• Call 817-420-7990
• Visit the West Loop 820 South facility