2023 Ford Explorer Brake Pads in Fort Worth, TX

A grinding sound means the friction material is gone and the backing plate may be contacting the rotor. Inspection measures the material remaining at all four corners and checks the rest of the system.

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

Rotors, calipers, hardware, and brake fluid condition are assessed with the pads. Evaluating the system together helps identify conditions that could affect braking or shorten the life of new pads.

• Four-corner pad measurement
• Brake pad replacement
• Rotor, caliper, hardware, and fluid inspection

City traffic, towing, hills, and hard stops can shorten pad life. The manufacturer’s schedule calls for brake pad inspection every 10,000 miles, allowing wear to be checked before a problem worsens.

• City traffic increases brake use
• Towing adds demand to the braking system
• Inspection measures remaining material

Rotors, pads, calipers, hardware, and fluid are assessed together. If worn pads have allowed the backing plate to contact a rotor, the inspection determines the appropriate repair.

• Rotors are inspected with the pads
• Grinding can indicate rotor contact
• System condition determines the repair

Grinding means the friction material is gone and the backing plate is on the rotor. Continuing to drive can worsen the condition, while an inspection identifies the repair needed.

• Stop driving if grinding occurs
• Book an inspection for longer stopping
• Have all four corners assessed

The visit includes measuring remaining pad material on all four corners and inspecting the related brake components. The Fort Worth service team can explain whether replacement is needed now or at the next visit.

• Call 817-420-7990
• Schedule an appointment online
• Visit 300 West Loop 820 South, Fort Worth, TX 76108