This is a problem that every motorist poses at least once in a while. Indeed, the brake pads wear out over time and we do not really know when it is necessary to replace them. The state of wear pads on a smart smart or other car depends on several factors. You think your smart smart has a malfunction braking ? We will try to understand in this text whether your smart smart has a malfunction or not. To begin with, we'll find out what the brake pads are for, then why you need to replace them, and once we've gone through all of these factors, we'll see when you need to change them.
What is a brake pad for on a smart smart?
Just before wondering whether it is essential or not to replace the brake pads, we will first have to understand what they are used for and how they work. The wheels of your automobile are connected to a brake disc. The brake pads are therefore fixed on either side of this brake disc . And if you step on the brake pedal, the pads will tighten on the disc to brake it, and consequently brake the car. Usually the brake pads wear more suddenly than the disc. The latter is super rarely replaced.
Why change the brake pads of a smart smart?
You may not realize it, but it can be dangerous to get behind the wheel with damaged brake pads. Your smart smart has certainly already lost a lot of grip, but wear and tear occurs over time and it is not necessarily easy to notice it. In the event that the so-called part of garnish deteriorates completely, the metal portion will sometimes touch the disc and at this time you risk having a problem, or permanently damaging the disc.
When to change brake pads on a smart smart?
It is therefore necessary to replace the brake pads. In general, it is said that it is necessary to do this every 60 kilometers. However, these precisions are very variable and you can completely drive longer without replacing them. Generally, if you mostly drive in the city, where the braking is harsher and more constant, you will need to replace your pads more regularly. However, with flexible use, you will be able to ride your smart smart for a super long time without replacing them. There are several ways if you want to know when to replace them. The most obvious way is to watch or measure . Remember what a brand new brake pad looks like, or browse the internet, and compare. Don't worry, they suddenly change shape. However, you will be able to judge the material that has been removed. This remains the best indicator. Some pads also have a wear indicator . Another way to find out is on the dashboard . A multitude of vehicles indeed have a warning light that comes on if the brake pads prove to be too damaged. In the event that it comes on, it is probably time to go to the garage. Also, if the level of brake fluid is too low it can be an excellent indicator. Indeed, the liquid is much more quickly consumed when the pads are damaged. It is not a safe bet but it may give you a first clue.
Conclusion:
Now you understand what brake pads are useful for and when to replace them on your smart smart. There are still a few things to know. There is a break-in for the pads, which is usually around five hundred km. Before that, braking is not at its maximum. It is also necessary to understand that several ranges of pads sometimes go for the same disc. Just before you get into the mechanics alone at home to replace them, we always advise you to go to a mechanic. That's it, now you know everything. Have a good trip and be careful!