You would like to read this before you buy Brake Pads!

Brake pads are two steel backing each other with a friction material, facing the brake rotor. The two brake pads are contained in the caliper with their friction surface facing the rotor. When you applied the brake the caliper clamps squeezes the two pads together into the spinning rotor to slow or stop the vehicle.

There are many kinds of Mitsubishi Auto Parts depending on the use of the vehicle, from very soft and aggressive and harder, more durable and aggressive compounds. All vehicle manufacturers recommend a specific compound of brake pads for their vehicle. The brake pads must usually be replaced, depending on pad material.

Ways to maintain your Brake Pads

In vehicles it is important to make sure that all of your components are in top condition. And one of these is the Brake Pad, because brakes help your vehicle to slow or to stop. A proper maintenance requires careful attention to details on a regular basis. If the brake is on a perfect working condition is needed for a safe operation and longer life of the brake system.


First make sure that the brake fluid you use is the right type for your vehicle. Also make sure that the fluid is always at the appropriate level. If the brake fluid is already milky in color, this means the water or condensation has infiltrated the fluid and you need to change the brake fluid. A contaminated brake fluid will destroy the master cylinder in the brake system.

Second you must bleed your brake lines in order to get all of the air out. The wheel has a bleeder valve, in most cases. It takes two people to achieve the goal normally. Have a one person inside the vehicle to pump the brakes. Doing this allows the pressure to go through the brake lines, Pump the brake 3 to 4 times.
The third is to inspect the brakes and rotors in order to maintain your automotive brakes. You can see this by taking off the tire. If your brake pads are showing wear to the extent that you cannot see much pad, then it’s time to change the pads.

Which Type Of Brake Pads Do You Need?

Some signs that you need to have your brakes checked include squeaking or squealing sounds when braking, the vehicle pulling to the side when braking, the brakes grabbing or vibrating, and the brake pedal feeling easier to push. At your next Mitsubishi brake check talk with your mechanic about the four main types of brake pads to choose from and which would be best for your car.

1) Ceramic brake pads are mainly composed of ceramic fibers. They are usually lighter in color from other brake pads. Ceramic brake pads are more expensive but they are cleaner, quieter, and brake better without wearing down the rotors on your car.

2) Semi-metallic brake pads are 30-65% metal including steel wool, iron powder, and graphite or copper with inorganic fillers. These pads do very well with heat transfer and are also very durable. The downfall to these brake pads are they may not perform as well in colder temperatures, can be a bit noisy, and are not as easy on your rotors.

3) Non-asbestos organic brake pads are made from fibers like glass, carbons, Kevlar and rubber with filler materials and resins. These pads are quiet and quite soft, but they do not last very long and produce a lot more dust.

4) The last type of brake pad is the low metallic non-asbestos organic brake pad. These are made from an organic formula with copper or steel which helps with better heat transfer and braking. Because of the added metal they can be a bit noisier and produce more dust.

If you are not sure that you need new brake pads, stop by a Brake Masters location and let us check it for you! Also, before buying new brake pads, talk with your mechanic or the sales staff to choose which brake pad is the correct choice for you and your car at your Albuquerque brake check.
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