CHEVY BRAKE SERVICE AND REPAIR IN SALINE, MI
At Saline Chevrolet, we know the power to STOP is just as important as the power to GO. Your Chevrolet’s braking system requires regular service to help ensure it delivers the stopping power you’ve come to expect from Chevrolet.
At our Chevy brake service center, our Certified technicians will help you maintain your Chevrolet vehicle’s braking components in top working order – and give you all the stopping power you need. Whether you need a repair or a replacement, we’ve got your back!
SIGNS YOU NEED A CHEVY BRAKE SERVICE
Chirping, squealing, whistling, shaking when stopping, and grinding are all signs that your Chevrolet vehicle’s brakes need service.
Your vehicle may also feature Brake Wear Indicators or a Brake Pad Life Monitor that uses front and rear thickness sensors to estimate brake pad wear. When service is needed, visit the Chevy certified service center at Saline Chevrolet to inspect and service your Chevrolet’s braking system – and ensure all brake components are working properly and as designed.
OUR BRAKE SERVICES
At Saline Chevrolet, we specialize in comprehensive brake services to keep you safe on the road. Whether your brakes need a minor repair or a complete replacement, our Certified Service experts are here to ensure your braking system is working perfectly.
CHEVY BRAKE REPAIR
If your brakes are showing signs of wear, such as squealing, grinding, or reduced responsiveness, our team will quickly diagnose the issue and provide a reliable brake repair service. We can fix issues such as worn-out pads, damaged rotors, and issues with your brake fluid, restoring your vehicle's braking power and ensuring your safety.
CHEVY BRAKE REPLACEMENT
When it’s time to replace your brake pads or rotors, we offer high-quality replacement parts that meet Chevrolet's standards for performance and safety. Our experts will replace worn-out components to restore your braking system to its original condition, helping to maintain optimal performance and safety.
CHOOSE QUALITY BRAKE COMPONENTS
You’re in the driver’s seat when choosing which replacement parts are used to keep your brake system in optimal condition. Rely on our Certified Service experts to get you safely — and confidently — back on the road with GM Genuine Parts and ACDelco parts, the only Original Equipment and aftermarket parts backed by General Motors.
Brake Pad Rebate
Up to a $40 rebate* on the purchase and installation of select front and rear brake pads
Eligible brands are GM Genuine Parts ($20 rebate per brake pad set), ACDelco Gold ($15 rebate per brake pad set) or ACDelco Silver ($10 rebate per brake pad set).
Brake Rotor Rebate
Up to a $40 rebate* on the purchase and installation of four select brake rotors
Eligible brands are GM Genuine Parts ($10 rebate per rotor), ACDelco Gold ($7.50 rebate per rotor) or ACDelco Silver ($5 rebate per rotor).
Most ACDelco Silver Front Brake Pads Installed*
12 Months/Unlimited Mile Warranty**
Most ACDelco Gold Front Brake Pads Installed*
24 Months/Unlimited Mile Warranty**
Most GM Genuine Parts Front Brake Pads Installed*
24 Months/Unlimited Mile Warranty**
GM Genuine Parts Front Brake Rotors installed on most cars & small SUVs*
24 Months/Unlimited Mile Warranty**
GM Genuine Parts Front Brake Rotors installed on most trucks and full-size SUVs*
24 Months/Unlimited Mile Warranty**
Tire Rotation
with Complimentary Brake Inspection
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How often should I have my brakes serviced or inspected?
You should have your brakes serviced or inspected at least every 7,500 miles. It’s important to keep in mind that brake components wear out at different intervals and under different driving conditions. So, if you notice noises such as squealing, chirping and grinding, as well as pedal pulsations, come in for service.
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What brake components wear out?
Brake calipers, brake pads, brake rotors, brake shoes and brake hoses will all need to be repaired or replaced at some point as part of regular brake service and maintenance during the normal lifespan of a vehicle.
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Do I always need to turn or replace my vehicle’s rotors when changing the brake pads?
No. If there are no conditions such as pedal pulsation or steering-wheel vibration during braking, and the brake rotor is at least 1 mm thicker than the discard thickness, then it does not need to be turned or replaced.
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How do I know when I need new brakes?
GM Brake pads are equipped with wear indicators that produce a squealing noise when the brakes are almost worn out. The noise may be present with or without the brake pedal applied, but when noise is heard from the wear indicator, the brake pads should be replaced as soon as possible. Wear indicators are set to create noise when around 2 mm of brake pad friction material thickness remains. In the case of assessing pad wear through inspection, pads should be replaced at or before a 2 mm thickness is reached.
Rotors should be replaced before they reach this minimum thickness and should not be turned below this.
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Must I always turn or replace my rotors when changing my pads?
No. If there are no conditions such as pedal pulsation or steering-wheel vibration during braking, and the brake rotor is at least 1 mm thicker than the discard thickness, then it does not need to be turned or replaced.
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Why does my brake pedal pulse?
Brake-pedal pulsation and other conditions, such as steering-wheel shaking while braking, are caused by thickness variation in the brake rotor. When a thicker spot of the rotor rotates through the caliper, it pushes back against brake fluid, which can be felt at the brake pedal. The brake fluid and pedal then relax again as the thick spot exits the caliper. This process produces pedal pulsation and “brake torque variation,” which can shake the steering wheel and seats. The warping of the disc does not cause brake pulsation. However, disc distortion due to excessive temperatures or improper installation and torquing of the wheels can lead to brake rotor thickness variation over time. Brake-pedal pulsation is corrected by turning and/or replacing the brake rotors to eliminate the thickness variation.
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Why do my brakes squeal? How can I stop it?
Brake squeal is caused by the high-frequency vibration of brake components (rotor, calipers, and/or pads) in response to excitation from the brake friction process. Much time and engineering goes into eliminating brake squeal from original equipment brake components. Brake components are engineered as a complete system—factory-original performance can only be assured when using original equipment brake pads and rotors. When a brake squeal occurs, there may be damage or excessive wear on one or more components affecting noise, including the brake pads, the noise-damping shim that is bonded to the brake pad, or the rotor friction surface.
In addition, it should be recognized that high-performance and track-capable brake systems using high-performance pad materials may be at higher risk for producing brake squeal noise, even when no damage to the components is present.