Correct Running in Method of New Brake Pads
The brake is the "heart" of a car, and its performance directly determines the driving safety of the car. If the brake system is important, the brake pads are definitely one. For the inspection of the brake system, the brake pads are very important to the vehicle! But many car owners don't know where to check the brake pads. Now let's talk about the correct approach.
1、 Go to the 4S store to check
Go to the 4S shop to check the brake pads. They must be serviced at the 4S shop before they can be checked. First, the 4S store staff will ask you about the wear of the brake pads. In some famous brand 4S stores, there will also be special staff to carry out relevant inspections, and the car owner can also go to the corresponding 4S store for inspection. However, you'd better go to the 4S store for a more professional inspection. The brake pad replacement cycle of ordinary cars is 60000 to 80000 km, and the vehicle needs to be checked every 5000 km. When the braking distance is too long, replace the brake pads in time.
2、 Go to the repair shop for inspection
If you see a repair shop repairing the brake pads on the roadside, don't believe it. Generally, the repair shop will not tell the exact value of the brake performance, but only judge whether the vehicle has brake failure through experience. The maintenance technician in the repair shop usually has the qualification and experience of the maintenance technician in the repair shop! The repair shop is not a place where everything can be tested casually. If the repair shop does not have this qualification or the testing method is insufficient, it is recommended to go to the repair shop for inspection as much as possible! Generally speaking, repair shops can detect the wear of brake pads and brake performance. However, it should be noted that regular repair shops should be selected for inspection!
3、 Vehicle owner self inspection
When the braking distance reaches a certain value, we need to go to a professional maintenance station for maintenance. It should be noted that the owner can contact the maintenance station in advance to determine whether the brake pads need to be replaced. Many repair shops now have a free self check function, which is also something that car owners need to pay attention to when repairing their vehicles. The method of checking the brake pads is very simple. The car owner only needs to step on the brake pedal to the end. Just turn off the brake pedal after parking the car for 2-3 minutes. If self inspection is carried out without brake pedal operation, the consequences will be very serious!
4、 Check several times after changing the brake pads
The brake performance depends on whether it is normal. Generally, new brake pads and old brake pads need to be run in during use. After the vehicle has driven a certain distance, it can be checked whether the new and old brake pads meet the standard performance status. When replacing the brake pads, it is generally necessary to replace the balance pads or the clearance between the brake pads and the balance weights to adjust the friction effect and smoothness. Therefore, when the thickness of the new brake pad is less than or equal to the thickness of the original vehicle, it is necessary to replace the balance pad or the gap between the brake pad and the balance weight. Generally, the brake pads need to be run in before or after the replacement of new brake pads to achieve the best purpose. If it is found that the friction surface of the brake pad is greatly worn during braking, it is unnecessary to continue running in.