Never wait until brake repairs become an urgent necessity. Regular brake servicing and testing can help identify problems early, keep your vehicle safe and prevent more costly repairs.

With the arrival of early spring, we’re all driving more as we make the most of longer days and brighter weather. It’s an ideal time to book your log book service or full car service and have your vehicle’s braking system checked. Regular servicing helps keep you safer on the road while ensuring your vehicle continues to perform at its best. Don’t wait—book your service today and enjoy safer, smoother driving all season long.

Regular checks, including the 65 point vehicle report, carried out during every full car service at Dion's Mechanical Services, are important for confirming that your braking system is operating correctly and ready to stop your vehicle when you need it.

Our experienced technicians can identify signs that your brakes may require servicing or repairs, helping you address potential problems before they develop into more costly issues.

• Replacement of brake pads
• Brake fluid flushing and replacement
• Brake disc, rotor and drum resurfacing or machining
• Brake disc and drum replacement
• Brake caliper replacement
• Brake hose and brake line replacement
• Complete brake system replacement

• Swerving while braking
• Vibration when brakes are used
• Brake pedal feels sticky
• Brakes are excessively noisy
• Brake light remains illuminated
• Spongy feeling in the brake pedal
• Changes in stopping distance
• Hard brake pedal
• Grinding or unusual brake noises
• Vehicle pulling to one side when braking

To learn more about brake warning signs and some likely causes, visit 5 Warning Signs your Brakes need servicing