Brake Maintenance 101
There is only one way to keep your brake pads in perfect condition: Store your luxury vehicle in a garage without putting a single mile on its odometer. Otherwise, preventing premature brake pad failure on your Rolls-Royce involves routine maintenance, performed by a trained service advisor, and some smart driving on your part.
Here's how you can take care of your Rolls-Royce brakes in between shop visits:
- Coasting will help you prolong brake life by up to 10%
- Avoid braking too hard/fast, especially at high speeds
- Avoid braking over long distances
- Reducing weight can put less stress on your braking system
- Replace old brakes with OEM brake pads and rotors
- Hand-washing your car regularly cleans dust and debris off rotors
Symptoms of Brake Failure
Even with regular maintenance, your luxury car brake pads and rotors will eventually need to be replaced. Your service technician will alert you when that time comes, though you can keep an eye and ear open for these telltale signs you need new brakes:
- Squeaking or squealing sounds
- Braking takes more time and foot pressure than normal
- Brakes feel soft or squishy
- Brake fluid is leaking
- Dashboard brake light illuminates
- Brakes don't seem to "catch" when coming to a stop (skid)
- Vehicle veers to one side when braking
- Vehicle shakes when braking
- Grinding sounds when stopping
If you notice any of these symptoms, promptly request an appointment for a brake inspection near you.
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