2022 Honda CR-V Brake Pads in Avon, IN | Hare Honda

A squeal or scrape may indicate pad wear, while grinding means the friction material is gone and the backing plate is contacting the rotor. A change in pedal travel or stopping response should also be addressed promptly. An inspection determines whether pad replacement is needed and whether other brake components require attention.

• Squeal or scrape when braking
• Grinding from the brake area
• Longer pedal travel or stopping distance

The service includes replacement with pads matched to the vehicle’s braking system. Technicians also inspect the rotors, calipers, hardware, and brake fluid condition. Assessing these parts together helps identify conditions that could affect the performance or service life of the new pads.

• Measurement of remaining pad material on all four corners
• Replacement with pads matched to the braking system
• Inspection of rotors, calipers, hardware, and brake fluid condition

City traffic, towing, hills, and hard stops can shorten pad life because they ask the braking system to work more often or more intensely. The practical answer comes from measuring the remaining pad material on all four corners and considering the vehicle’s service history. That inspection shows whether replacement is needed now or at a later visit.

• City traffic can increase brake use
• Towing and hills place additional demands on braking
• Pad measurement determines the current condition

The rotors are inspected alongside the pads, calipers, hardware, and brake fluid. Their condition helps determine whether a pad-only service is appropriate or whether additional brake work is needed. Replacing pads while ignoring a rotor or other component that needs attention can shorten the life of the new pads.

• Rotors are inspected during brake pad service
• Calipers and hardware are assessed as part of the system
• The inspection determines the appropriate repair

A squeal, scrape, longer pedal, or slower stopping response calls for brake inspection. Grinding means the friction material is gone and the backing plate is contacting the rotor, which can cause additional damage. Brake pads, rotors, hardware, calipers, and fluid should be assessed together before deciding whether continued driving is appropriate.

• Grinding means the friction material is gone
• Longer stopping or pedal travel needs prompt attention
• Book service rather than continuing with severe brake noise

Use the online schedule appointment option to request brake inspection or pad replacement. You can also contact the service center directly and describe the noise, pedal change, or stopping concern. Hare Honda is located at 8693 E US Hwy 36 in Avon, Indiana.

• Schedule online through the service appointment page
• Call 317-854-4791 for the service department
• Visit Hare Honda in Avon for brake inspection