Menu Find CAR-X Locations Brake Maintenance & Repair Car-X offers a lifetime warranty on brake pads/shoes! Scheduled brake maintenance keeps you—and others—safe. Routine inspections and maintenance are essential for all brake system components. At Car-X Tire & Auto, our certified technicians use top quality parts and offer best-in-business assurances that our service and parts are second to none. Keep in mind that replacing brake pads or shoes is less expensive than replacing damaged rotors or drums. You can have your Car-X Man check your brakes at least every 6,000 miles, or approximately every other oil change. Brake fluid should also be changed at regular intervals based on your owner’s manual recommendations. Benefits of Regular Brake Maintenance: Scheduled brake maintenance keeps you safe. Periodic inspections help you plan brake repairs and spread out your cost. Replacing brake pads or shoes is less expensive than replacing damaged rotors or drums. Longer lifespan of the brakes Understanding how brakes work… A car is driven by kinetic energy. In order to stop that energy, and ultimately stop your vehicle, a force of friction must be applied. That’s where your brakes come in. When you step on the brake pedal, a lever pushes a piston into the master cylinder. The master cylinder is filled with brake fluid, which is then forced through the pistons into the brake pads. The brake pads press a metal disc connected to the tire, which is called a rotor and that friction stops the wheel from turning. When you hit the brakes, a lot goes on in a very short amount of time, and that time is critical to keep you and your passengers safe. It is critical for all parts of the brake system to be well maintained because every piece of the brake system affects the others. Think your brakes might need a little love? Make an appointment with the Car-X Man today. Request an Appointment Back to All Services Find an Automotive Brake Specialist in Your Area Most brake specialists recommend biannual brake inspections. Why so often? Because brakes experience a lot of wear. No one ever said stopping a moving vehicle… Read more “Rattle Rattle Thunder Clatter” – Sounds Your Car Is Making and What to Do About Them Most of us have experienced a curious sound coming from our vehicle. It is always a little nerve-racking, as some sounds can be indicators… Read more Expert Brake Service Being able to stop quickly and smoothly is essential in a car. Quality brakes that function in top condition are fundamental to a driver’s safety… Read more Select Your Store Enter your information below to find the right Car-X store for services, tires, coupons and more! Find a Car-X OR Find My Location Choose a location to find coupons in your area. Coupons can be viewed after store selection. Is It Time for New Tires? Search For Your New Tires Find a Car-X Location About Us Contact Us Franchise Info Careers Financing Guarantee REPAIR Brakes Driveline Repair Electrical Systems Mufflers & Exhaust Rack & Pinion Steering System Shocks & Struts More... MAINTENANCE Oil Change Radiator & Cooling Routine Vehicle Maintenance Safety Inspection Transmission Tune Ups More... ACCESSORIES Chrome Accessories Lights & Wipers Off-Road Lift Kits Performance Exhaust Suspension Lowering Trailer Hitches More... TIRES Tires Seasonal Tires Tire Rotation Wheel Alignment & Balancing More... Request an Appointment Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions Accessibility © 2021 Car-X Inc. All Rights Reserved