How Much to Replace Brake Pads

You must keep your brakes in excellent condition for your and your family’s safety. Over time, the brakes will wear down. If you bring your vehicle in for regular service at Allen Samuels CDJR Aransas Pass, we can inspect the brakes periodically to make sure they don’t reach a point where they make grinding noises.

Replacing your car’s brake pads is one of many brake services that’ll help your car stop quickly when it matters most. You might be wondering, “How much does it cost to replace brake pads?” The service team at Allen Samuels CDJR Aransas Pass near Corpus Christi explains everything you need to know about brake pads as part of this necessary service and repair. Find out how much to replace brake pads, as well as the signs it’s time for new brake pads, with our guide.

How Much to Replace Brake Pads on Average

The cost of brake pad replacement varies, depending on the make, model, and year of the car. It can also vary on where you take your vehicle in for brake service. The average cost is $150 per axle. However, you can expect the price to range from $100 to $300 per axle.

Brake pads on the less expensive side of the spectrum are called organic. They’re made from glass, fiber, rubber, carbon, and even Kevlar mixed with resins to bond them together. These are the materials automakers construct brake pads from at the factory. Higher-priced composite brake pads come from more rugged materials like metal shavings of copper, steel, and brass, and bonded with resin alongside some graphite. Although more expensive, these composite brake pads offer greater heat resistance and less brake fade with routine use. Ceramic brake pads are the most expensive, but they also last the longest.

Price also varies by dealership and location. Contact us or call 361-450-3329 for a quote on a brake pad replacement for your vehicle near Kingsville.

Brakes vs. Brake Pads: What Are the Differences?

Brakes and brake pads are often used interchangeably. However, there are clear differences between the two:

• Brakes refer to the brake system as a whole, including the brake pads, rotors, discs, calipers, master cylinder, brake lines, and, if you drive an older vehicle, brake drums.
• Brake pads are an important part of the brake system and apply pressure to the brake rotors or discs to bring the wheels to a stop.

How Long Do Brake Pads Last?

Expect your brake pads to last around 40,000 to 50,000 miles. Driving habits can lengthen or shorten that lifespan. If you hit the brakes suddenly and often, especially while towing a trailer behind your pickup truck or SUV, you put added strain on the brake pads. If you coast to a stop as often as you can and avoid slamming on the brakes, your RAM brake pads can last much longer.

Signs Your Car Needs Its Brake Pads Replaced

When your vehicle needs its brake pads replaced, you’ll experience the indications right away. If you notice any of the following signs, schedule a service appointmentat Allen Samuels CDJR Aransas Pass to get your car’s brake pads changed ASAP.

See these signs your vehicle needs new brake pads:

• The brakes are making a squealing or squeaking sound
• The brake indicator light turns on
• Grinding metal sound
• Brake pedal vibrates
• The brake pads are less than 1/4 inch thick

Schedule a RAM Brake Pad Replacement at Allen Samuels CDJR Aransas Pass

Have you noticed a strange squeaking or grinding noise when you hit the brakes? Is the brake light illuminated on your dash? Worn brake pads may be the cause. Contact us with any questions about our brake services. You might be able to save some money on your brake service when you take advantage of our service coupons. We’re happy to help keep you and your family safe in any way we can near Port Lavaca!