Posted on 2/18/2021
Just like in any other car parts such as the engine, radiator, and pistons, your car brakes can also overheat. While any brakes can overheat if used for a prolonged period, always beware that overheating may lead to partial or complete loss of braking power, which may put your life at significant risk. How Brakes Overheat Brakes often heat mainly due to the friction generated when you apply pressure to the brake pads. Though this friction remains essential for the car to slow down or even stop entirely, remember where there exists friction, there is heat too. However, depending on the friction between the brake pads rotors, the breaks may overheat, causing a braking problem. Main Signs Of Overheating Brakes Here are the signs you must watch out for to know when your brakes overheat: · Brake Fade You can detect brake fade when your pedals start to feel soft. Brake fade occurs when water collects within the car's brake fluid reservoir. Often, t ... read more