Brake pads are part of the brake system that ensures the safety of motor vehicles. This component performs the stopping and starting action in the vehicle.
When you press the brake pedal, the fluid in the system moves and hydraulic fluid acts on the system under pressure.
Fluid transmitted through hoses squeezes the pads and applies pressure to the brake discs; with this pressure the pads stop or slow the vehicle. Brake pads are essential for the vehicle to slow down or stop safely.
Therefore the material must also be solid so that vehicle safety is not compromised.
Brake pad life depends on many factors such as engine power, vehicle weight and usage pattern, but most importantly it varies according to how often and how hard you brake.
Under harsh use, their life is shortened. A definite end date for pads cannot be given, but getting information during periodic inspections is the healthiest approach.
Brake pad checks are generally performed every fifteen thousand km. If replacement is needed or there is a fault, noise from the pads eventually begins.
This can happen unexpectedly or after pad replacement. When such a fault occurs, replacement and adaptation are required.
After brake pads are replaced there is a break-in period; this varies from vehicle to vehicle but adaptation is usually achieved within 3–4 days on average.
When a part replacement is performed on a vehicle, adaptation is also done — the part is introduced to the vehicle. The same applies after brake pad replacement.
You can perform adaptation procedures with diagnostic tools. You can find these devices at our company.
Nitro Mekatronik is a company where you can find many devices for the diagnostic sector and also have work performed at its garage branches.
If you are looking for a device for adaptation procedures or want to have this work done at our garages, you can reach us through our website or by phone.
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