Periodic inspections are the only sure way to determine if new linings are necessary, whether or not you heard the audible warnings. There is no substitute for quality linings designed to fit both the vehicle and your driving style. Parking brake Use the parking brake every time you park the car in order to keep it functioning.
Corrosion is the enemy of the parking brake.
If you have not regularly used the parking brake, have your technician lubricate the cables and check the adjustment. If you push on the brake pedal and the car does not respond as expected, you might be in trouble. Learn your vehicle and learn to apply the right amount of brake pedal force for each stop. Be aware of different conditions of loading such as the occasional vacation trip or towing a trailer. Brake fade can happen during high-speed stops, descending long hills or sometimes just trying to stop a loaded vehicle.