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How Much to Replace Brake Pads

Mechanic Inspecting Brake Pads and Rotors
 

Brakes are an important safety feature in all vehicles. Without brake pads, brakes wouldn’t function properly and the wheels wouldn’t stop as effectively. You must keep your brakes in excellent condition for your safety and your family’s safety. Over time, the brakes will wear down naturally after several thousand miles. If you bring your vehicle in for regular service at Allen Samuels Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (Jackson), we can inspect the brakes periodically to make sure they don’t reach a point where they make squealing or grinding noises.

 

 

Replacing your car’s brake pads is one of many brake services to help your brakes stop quickly when it matters most. You might wonder, “How much does it cost to replace brake pads?” The service team at Allen Samuels Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (Jackson) near Humboldt explains everything you need to know about brake pads. Find out how much to replace brake pads, as well as the signs it’s time for new brake pads, with this detailed guide from your local Chrysler, Dodge, RAM, and Jeep dealer. 

How Much to Replace Brake Pads on Average

The cost of a brake pad replacement varies. First, it depends on the make, model, and year of the car. It can also vary on where you take your vehicle in for brake service. It might cost more for brake pad service in TN compared to some of the surrounding states. The average cost for new brake pads is $150 per axle. However, you can expect the price to range from $100 to $300 per axle

Brake pads on the less expensive side of the spectrum are called organic. They come from glass, fiber, rubber, carbon, and even Kevlar mixed with resins to bond them together. These are the materials that automakers use to construct brake pads at the factory. Higher-priced composite brake pads come from more rugged materials like metal shavings of copper, steel, and brass, and bonded with resin alongside some graphite. Although more expensive, these composite brake pads offer greater heat resistance and less brake fade with routine use. Ceramic brake pads are the most expensive, but they also last the longest. Ceramic is excellent at shunting heat away from the brakes, and the lower heat keeps the brakes in better shape over the long term. 

The cost of brake pads also varies by dealership and location. Contact us or call 731-506-0732 for a quote on a brake pad replacement for your vehicle near Dyersburg. We’ll be honest and transparent about our pricing.

Brakes vs. Brake Pads: What Are the Differences? 

Brakes and brake pads are two terms often used interchangeably. However, there are clear differences between the two:

  • Brakes refer to the brake system as a whole, including the brake pads, rotors, discs, calipers, master cylinder, and brake lines. If you drive an older vehicle, the system also includes brake drums. 
  • Brake pads are an important part of the brake system and apply pressure to the brake rotors or discs to bring the wheels to a complete stop. 

How Long Do Brake Pads Last?

Expect your brake pads to last around 40,000 to 50,000 miles. Higher-priced brake pads can last longer than the least-expensive ones. Driving habits can lengthen or shorten the lifespan of your brake pads. If you hit the brakes suddenly and often, especially while towing a trailer behind your pickup truck or SUV, you put added strain on the brake pads. If you coast to a stop as often as you can and avoid slamming on the brakes, your vehicle’s brake pads can last much longer than the prescribed mileage. 

Signs Your Car Needs Its Brake Pads Replaced 

When your vehicle needs its brake pads replaced, you’ll notice things that are fairly obvious. If you experience these signs, schedule a service appointmentat Allen Samuels Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (Jackson) to get your car’s brake pads changed ASAP. There are safety concerns.

See these signs your vehicle needs new brake pads: 

  • The brakes are making a squealing or squeaking sound
  • The brake indicator light turns on 
  • Grinding metal sound 
  • Brake pedal vibrates 
  • The brake pads are less than 1/4 inch thick 

Schedule Brake Pad Replacement at Allen Samuels Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (Jackson) 

Have you noticed a strange squeaking or grinding noise when you hit the brake pedal? Is the brake light on your dashboard illuminated? Worn brake pads may be the cause. Contact us online or call 731-506-0732 with any questions about our brake repair or replacement service. 

You might be able to save some money on your brake service when you take advantage of our service coupons. We’re happy to help keep you and your family safe in any way we can near Brownsville!

 

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