VW Brake Service in Muncie, IN

Braking System Inspection, Maintenance, and Repair in Muncie, IN

Tom Wood Volkswagen of Noblesville proudly offers genuine Volkswagen brake service to those located in the area particularly Muncie, IN. If you believe any part of your brake system could you repair or maintenance, contact us to set up any number of our brake services!

Brake System Inspection

Brake service begins with a thorough inspection. After visually inspecting the fluid level and quality in the reservoir under the hood, the car is placed on the shop lift and has the wheels removed. A trained and certified technician can tell if there is any physical damage to the system. They can also determine if the pads need replacement, if the rotor needs resurfacing or replacement, and whether it is time to flush the fluid.

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Brake Pad Replacement

Brake pad replacement is the most common brake service. Over time, brake pads wear down. Although the system of springs and levers which hold the pads in place can appear complicated, the car was designed for brake pad replacement to be a fairly simple task for a certified technician. If the front or rear brake pads aren't replaced as needed, stopping power will be drastically reduced and there is a risk of causing much more damage to the internal system parts.

Brake Fluid Exchange

When the brake fluid is just low it can be topped off. If the fluid is contaminated with debris or condensation it needs to be exchanged with new fluid. It's generally advised to change the brake fluid every few times the brake pads are replaced just to inspect it more fully. If it is burnt it might indicate a deeper problem which needs to be addressed, whether a mechanical issue or driving style. Some locations simply require heavier braking and the driver may need to be aware of the need to exchange the brake fluid more often than average conditions call for.

Rotor Resurfacing or Replacement

A more intricate problem requires rotor resurfacing or replacement. Although it doesn't come up often, an older vehicle will eventually develop grooves in the rotor. The rotor can usually be resurfaced once or in some cases twice, depending on how deep the grooves are and whether it has developed any warp. With some vehicles, the rotors are too thin for resurfacing, but replacing them is generally a better idea when considering the expense of each repair and how new rotors can provide better peace of mind for the car's safety.

Tom Wood Volkswagen: Brake Services near Muncie, IN

For brake services or other maintenance and repairs in Muncie, IN, or any of the areas surrounding Indianapolis, give us a call at Tom Wood Volkswagen. Our technicians are properly trained professionals, ready to take care of your car's needs so you can get back on the road with the comfort of knowing the vehicle is safe to drive and running at peak efficiency for power, performance, and fuel economy.

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