If you notice your vehicle’s brakes are starting to slip, it’s crucial to bring it in and get the brakes inspected. Don’t procrastinate. This important service can detect whether the brakes are working properly. Fixing faulty brakes can prevent an accident and will help to keep your family safe. Visit the Knudtsen Chevrolet Service Department for the best brake service near Athol. Your car will be back on the road quickly. Most importantly, it will drive safely.

Take a moment and listen to the brakes. They should be silent. If you hear any sound at all, it could mean there’s a problem. If the brakes squeak, it may mean there’s friction from the brake lining. If you don’t fix this problem, it may result in damage to the brake drums, rotors pads and lining. So, if you hear your brakes squeak, bring your car to the Knudtsen Chevrolet Service Center.

If the brake pads are worn, you may notice a grinding noise. Worn brake pads will cause damage to the brake drums and rotors. If your vehicle pulls to the left or the right when you step on the brake pedal, it could be a sign that the brake line is worn or the linings are uneven. If the brakes feel like they’re dragging, it could be a symptom of misaligned brakes or contaminated brake fluid.

If you find you need to pump the brakes to bring the car to a stop, there may be a leak in the brake lines or air in the brake system. In this case, you may notice that the brake pedal drops to the floor when you attempt to stop the vehicle in traffic. Other signs of a brake problem include a spongy brake pedal, banding or vibrations when you hit the brakes, and a brake warning light that illuminates and stays lit.

Brake problems are serious, so don’t put off taking care of it. Bring your car to the Knudtsen Chevrolet Service Center right away. We’ll inspect the brakes, and if there’s a problem, our service technicians will locate the cause and repair it quickly.

Of course, taking your car to the Knudtsen Chevrolet Service Center for regular maintenance may keep brake problems from arising in the first place. Your maintenance visits include a brake inspection, so we can fix small issues before they snowball into something dangerous.

Call us to schedule your next service visit or use the handy form on our website. We’re located at 1900 E. Polston Ave. in Post Falls, about a half-hour from Athol. Visit our website for our hours of operation and directions.