Responsible for stopping your car in its tracks, the brake pads are very important to maintain.
Depending on the vehicle and your driving habits, a general rule of thumb is have your brake system - including the pads - inspected every five months or 8,046 km (5,000 miles). You can have this done at your regular oil changes as well if you want to kill two birds with one stone.
However, if you hear squeaking, squealing, grinding, or any other strange noise, you need to have them looked at immediately. Another indicator that the brake pads are bad is if the warning light is on or if the steering wheel starts shaking.
During an assessment, the mechanic will measure the wear and tear on the current set of brake pads. Fluid levels will also be checked to ensure that every component in the network is properly lubricated. You will then be notified of how much life is left (if any) in the pads.
Please keep in mind that degraded pads can cause significant damage to other pieces in the system. That is why they need to be looked at more often.
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