2023 Ford Maverick Brake Pads in Fort Worth, TX

A grinding sound means the friction material is gone and the backing plate is contacting the rotor. That condition can cause additional brake damage and should be treated as a stop-driving-and-book-it situation. Measurement at all four corners confirms the remaining pad material.

• Squeal or scrape during braking
• Grinding from the brake area
• Longer pedal travel or stopping distance

The inspection covers the rotors, calipers, hardware, and brake fluid condition. Brakes wear as a system, so replacing pads while ignoring damaged or worn related components can shorten the life of the new pads. The measurement also shows whether service is needed now or at the next visit.

• All-four-corner pad measurement
• Brake pads matched to the braking system
• Rotor, caliper, hardware, and fluid inspection

City traffic, towing, hills, and hard stops all shorten pad life. There is no manufacturer maintenance interval for brake pads for this model year. Measuring the remaining material at all four corners and assessing the rotors, calipers, hardware, and fluid provides the useful answer.

• City traffic can increase brake use
• Towing and hills add braking demand
• Inspection measures remaining pad material

Pad service includes inspecting the rotors along with the calipers, hardware, and brake fluid. If pads are used until the backing plate contacts the rotor, damage can turn a pad replacement into a rotor replacement. Assessing the full system helps determine the appropriate repair.

• Rotors are inspected during pad service
• Backing-plate contact can damage a rotor
• Related brake components are assessed together

A grinding noise means the friction material is gone and the backing plate is on the rotor. Stop driving and arrange service rather than continuing to use the vehicle. Squealing, scraping, longer pedal travel, or longer stopping distance also calls for an inspection.

• Grinding means the friction material is gone
• Changed stopping performance needs attention
• Rotor and brake-system damage can follow continued use

During the visit, the remaining pad material on all four corners can be measured and the related brake components inspected. You can also review service specials before scheduling. David McDavid Ford is at 300 West Loop 820 South, Fort Worth, TX 76108.

• Schedule online through the service appointment page
• Call 817-420-7990 for assistance
• Visit the West Loop 820 South location