The brakes and tires are two of the most important safety systems in your vehicle, so it is vital that you maintain them properly. All Around Auto Care, a team of skilled, experienced auto mechanics in Elizabethtown, KY, offers some important brake and tire maintenance tips below. For the last dozen years, these brake repair specialists have helped customers throughout Hardin County keep their brakes and tires in top condition with regular checkups and expert car maintenance. Read on as they provide some valuable insight to keep your car in pristine condition. 

Important Brake & Tire Maintenance Tips

Check Brake Fluid

Check your brake fluid every time you have the oil changed and replace it when it becomes dirty. Glycol-based fluid absorbs moisture, and water in the brake fluid lowers its boiling point, reducing its ability to handle the heat and stress of heavy braking.

Keep Tires Filled Properly

Evaluate your tire pressure at every fuel fill-up to make sure they are properly inflated. Under-inflation can shorten the tires’ life span and reduce your car’s fuel economy. Over-inflation, on the other hand, causes uneven wear along the tire’s center, and worse, leads to an increased risk of a dangerous blowout.

Pay Attention to Brake Operation

Pay attention to the way your brakes sound and how they operate. If you hear a squealing or grinding noise, your brake pads are wearing out. If the brake pedal and steering wheel throb or pulse, your rotors are probably warped and should be “turned” on a grinding wheel to even them out. Schedule brake repairs as soon as possible to take care of both of these issues. 

Check Tire Treads

Check your tires regularly to make sure the treads have not worn thin. To gauge their thickness, place a quarter into the groove between the treads. If you can see all of George Washington’s face, your tire treads have worn down enough to be dangerous, and they need to be replaced.

All Around Auto Care, the premier brake repair experts in Elizabethtown, KY, can offer expert guidance when it comes to brake and tire maintenance. Visit their website or call (270) 737-9954 to speak to a friendly, knowledgeable auto mechanic.