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how do you know when to replace the pads in your disc brakes?
after 3,000 miles
when you hear a squealing noise while braking
when the warning light on your dashboard comes on
when your tires are worn
Brief Explanations
- 3,000 miles is too low; brake pad lifespan varies widely (25,000-70,000 miles) based on driving habits.
- Squealing noise from brakes is a built-in wear indicator (a metal tab scraping the rotor) signaling pads are worn thin.
- Many vehicles have a dashboard warning light triggered by a sensor when pads reach minimum thickness.
- Tire wear is unrelated to brake pad condition.
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