You count on your diesel pick-up truck every day. What would happen if you couldn’t stop it? We here at United Diesel Repair strive to make sure you never experience the fear of brake failure. We can inspect the brakes on your diesel truck every 12,000 miles to make sure they are operating exactly as they should be. If they aren’t, you may notice one or more of the following brake problems.
ABS or Brake Light
You may end up with a dashboard warning light to alert you that the brake system is not operating as it should be. It will either be the ABS or Brake light. If these lights come on or flash, they are telling you that the brake system has problems that require immediate attention.
Leaking Brake Fluid
Leaking brake fluid is also an indication that your diesel truck has brake problems. Brake fluid may come out slowly and leave spots on your garage floor or gush out and leave puddles. Either way, you shouldn’t drive your diesel truck if the brake fluid is leaking out of the system.
Overheating Brakes
A faulty brake system can overheat. When this happens, you may lose the ability to stop your diesel work truck. Signs that the brake system is overheating include squealing every time you apply the brakes and hot odors such as burning chemicals.
Side-Pulling
If your truck pulls to the side when you use the brakes, you have a stuck caliper on one of the wheels. We may be able to repair the caliper, but if we can’t, we can replace it. This will prevent your diesel work truck from pulling to the side every time you brake.
Squealing Noises
Squealing noises are not just an indication that your brake system is overheating. They are also an indication that your brake pad surfaces are getting too low. Once the pads have worn away, you will hear scraping or grinding when you use the brakes.
Squishy Brake Pedal
Your diesel work truck brake pedal should give you the same resistance every time you press down on it. If it feels squishy, soft, or sinks to the floor, you’ve got a serious problem with the brake system. Most likely, there is air in the brake lines.
Wobbling/Vibration
Finally, your diesel truck should not wobble or vibrate when you use the brakes. If it does, the rotor surfaces are warped and they need to be recut.
Call United Diesel Repair in Flowery Branch, GA, today to schedule a service appointment for your diesel work truck. We will service the brake system.
