2027 Honda Prelude Brake Pads in Avon, IN | Hare Honda

A grinding sound means the friction material is gone and the backing plate is contacting the rotor, so stop driving and book service. An inspection determines the condition at all four corners.

• Squeal or scrape during braking
• Grinding noise from the brakes
• Longer pedal travel or stopping distance

The inspection covers the rotors, calipers, hardware, and brake fluid condition. These parts are assessed together because overlooking a related condition can shorten the life of the new pads.

• All-four-corners pad measurement
• Pads matched to the braking system
• Rotor, caliper, hardware, and fluid inspection

City traffic, towing, hills, and hard stops can shorten pad life. There is no maintenance interval to use for this model year; measuring the remaining material shows whether replacement is needed now or later.

• City traffic increases brake use
• Hills and towing add braking demand
• Inspection measures remaining pad material

The rotors, pads, calipers, hardware, and brake fluid are assessed as a system. Grinding can indicate that the backing plate has contacted the rotor, while other findings are determined during inspection.

• Rotors are inspected with the pads
• Grinding requires prompt attention
• Condition determines the needed repair

Grinding means the friction material is gone and the backing plate is on the rotor. Squealing, scraping, longer pedal travel, or longer stopping also call for attention because braking performance may be affected.

• Stop driving if grinding occurs
• Book service for braking changes
• Have all four corners measured

The visit includes measuring pad material on all four corners and inspecting the related braking components. Hare Honda is at 8693 E US Hwy 36, Avon, IN 46123.

• Schedule service online
• Call 317-854-4791
• Visit the Avon service center