When should I change the brake disc?
To distinguish the proper time to change the disc, you should know the following elements:
- The least thickness of the brake disc
During the repair and maintenance of the vehicle, a high amount of attention is paid to the brake pads, however, the drivers might ignore the thickness of the brake pads. The public opinion is that the brake disc won’t decay. In fact, a narrow brake pad will narrow down the brake disc as well.
The lower level of thickness will affect braking and may cause irreversible damage.
How to measure the brake disc?
- To measure the level of thickness, use a gage
- The measurements should be done in four different points
- The least amount should be used as a reference for the disc
- The amount should be compared to the written amount (ad MIN TH)
- If the measured amount is less, it should be changed.
To guarantee the driver’s immunity, the whole braking system should be checked regularly. Using this method, you can make sure that the braking system functions well and you can prevent the probable damage.
- Vibration or uncommon noise
- Change of color of the disc surface
- Little lines on the disc
The factors we should pay attention to when changing the disc
The proper functioning if the braking system has a direct relation with the proper use of the wheel couplings, although it is usually ignored, especially when the tires are changed.
Fixing the bolts and nuts has a direct contact with the steering wheel and the general function of the vehicle.
It might also cause irreversible consequences for the driver. The extensive rendering may have consequences as well, as it might cause alteration or breaking. Especially when you drive on the street holes.
The proper way of rendering the bolts and nuts
Rendering the bolts and nuts in a proper way in complicated systems is difficult. There are several ways of rendering and each has its pros and cons.
In several industries, different manners are preferred in different situations. Usually, the rendering schemes are categorized upon these two rules:
1. Rendering/Circulating in the case when the bolt spins
2. Putting the space where the bolt is rendered without spinning under pressure with specific tools
Rendering the wheels should be done, using the coupling wrench, depending on the size, materials, and bolt worms. The useful coupling is mentioned in the vehicle manual.
You can also use the pulse wrench in the least settings.
Using a tougher coupling might loosen the bolts and nuts, while a stronger one may break the brake discs.
To ensure the proper contact between the wheel and the brake is made, we recommend you do a star rendering which firstly renders the bolt and then it puts it at the right place.
What to do to maintain and repair the brake disc
When choosing another wheel disc, you should first have the related information about your vehicle to confirm the disc model.
How do brake discs have a more efficient life?
As you drive more, apparently you use the brakes more, and as a result, the brake pads are destroyed sooner. You should always service your vehicle at least each year.
Use the standard brake pads recommended by the manufacturer without considering their cost, as the low-grade ones will cost you more, as you will have to change the damaged discs.
Try to drive along in the traffic jam. Watch out for the speed limit and do not move close to the front car. Consider a space in front of your car and move according to that. This act will lessen the heat, friction, and erosion. As a result, the disc and the brake pad of your vehicle won’t get damaged.
Leave the aggressive behavior behind, such as driving with stress, as it may cause braking at the last moment, increasing the chance of car accidents and devastating the brake disc in the long term.
We recommend that when you need to wash tour car, let the engine rest a bit, and then start the washing. That’s because when you pour water on the hot disc, it will bend.
Things you should know about a brake disc
This vital component has its own useful life, and after that, its functionality will decrease. The brake disc has a direct interaction with two other components.
First, the wheel spin along with the disc and will stop working spontaneously.
Second, the brake pad, that we have previously talked about.
When the driver pushes his feet on the brake pedals, the brake pads conflict with the brake discs and decelerate the discs spinning. As a result, it decelerates the wheel spinning and makes the car stop.
If the discs do not function well, the car won’t stop the way you expect and you will face some issues.
As you drive more, apparently you use the brakes more, and as a result, the brake pads are destroyed sooner. You should always service your vehicle at least each year.
Use the standard brake pads, recommended by the manufacturer, without considering their cost, as the low-grade ones will cost you more, as you will have to change the damaged discs.
Try to drive along with the traffic jam. Watch out the speed limit and do not move close to the front car. Consider a space in front of your car and move according to that. This act will lessen the heat, friction, and erosion. As a result, the disc and the brake pad of your vehicle won’t get damaged.
Leave the aggressive behavior behind, as driving with stress, as it may cause braking at the last moments, increasing the chance of car accidents and devastating the brake disc in the long term.
We recommend that when you need to wash tour car, let the engine rest a bit, and then start the washing. That’s because when you pour water on the hot disc, it will bend.