God teaches you 3 simple self-inspection brake pads
Brake pads are also called brake pads. In the braking system of motorcycles, the brake pads are a particularly critical safety part, and the brake pads play a decisive role in the quality of all braking effects, so it is said that good brake pads are human and motorcycle…
Brake pads are also called brake pads. In the braking system of a motorcycle, the brake pad is a particularly critical safety part, and the brake pad plays a decisive role in the quality of all braking effects, so it is said that a good brake pad is the protector of people and motorcycles.
Generally speaking, the thickness of a brand-new brake pad is generally about 1.5cm, and the thickness will gradually become thinner with the rapid friction in use. If the thickness of the brake pads is only about 1/3 of the original thickness (about 0.5cm), the owner should increase the frequency of self-checking and prepare for replacement immediately.
Here are three simple self-inspection tips, so that even if the car owner cannot replace or repair it by himself, he can detect and judge the minor problems of the vehicle by himself.
1. Look at the thickness
The thickness of a brand new brake pad is generally about 1.5cm, and the thickness will gradually become thinner with the rapid friction in use. Professional technicians suggest that if the thickness of the brake pads is only about 1/3 of the original thickness (about 0.5cm), the car should increase the frequency of self-inspection and be ready to replace it immediately. Maybe some models, due to the design of the wheels, never have the conditions for visual inspection, and the tires can be removed to complete the work.
There is a concave mark on both sides of each brake pad. The thickness of this mark is about two or three millimeters. This is also the limit for the replacement of particularly thin brake discs. If the thickness of the brake pads is already parallel to this mark, more and more more change. Therefore, if the thickness of the brake pads is close to this mark, the car is ready for immediate detection. However, it is very easy to observe accurately with the naked eye without removing the tires. At present, many models have a large position of the instrument handbrake light when the brake pads are too thin. Amplitude reminder, very convenient since the inspection.
Small suggestion: There is no harsh replacement interval for the brake pads according to the vehicle environment and driving habits. Generally, it is necessary to consider replacing the brake pads after walking about 60,000 kilometers. If the naked eye detects that the brake pads are thin, you should suggest a technician to check when repairing, because the naked eye detection will limit the error, and the professional repair station uses calipers to be more delicate than the naked eye observation.
2. Listen to the sound
If the sound of "iron rubbing against iron" is accompanied by lightly pressing the brake, the brake pads must be replaced immediately. Because the limit marks on both sides of the brake pads have indirectly rubbed the brake disc, confirm that the brake pads have exceeded the limit. In this case, when replacing the brake pads, the inspection of the brake disc should be taken into account. When this kind of sound occurs, the brake disc is often damaged. At this time, even if the new brake pads are replaced, the sound must not be removed. Change the brake discs more and more.
Small suggestion: It is often too late when you hear the sound of the brakes, and the brake discs are more likely to be damaged at this time. The price of brake discs is much higher than that of brake pads, so it is recommended that you check the brake pads carefully to avoid the outbreak of damaged brake discs.
3. Feel the strength
If the brake pads become thinner, our braking effect will be affected. At this time, we need to step on the brake pedal more and more deeply to achieve the braking effect that can be achieved by pressing lightly. The braking effect in the first half is significantly weakened. Many people feel Your own brakes become soft and can't stop a bit. At this time, you need to check the brake pads and whether they need to be replaced.
Tips: This method is very abstract, and it may be a little more controllable by feeling, so it is very important to cultivate a good self-examination habit. In addition, the increase in the braking effect will lead to an increase in the loss of brake oil. Therefore, when replacing the brake pads, it is necessary to focus on the condition of the brake oil.
