Brakes
As we love to take care of all our customers here at Gettel Kia of Bradenton , keeping your vehicle safe and secure is our number one priority. That’s why our service department is so invested in helping you learn and keep updated on the many features and mechanics that encompass your new orused Kia model. By doing this, we can ensure that you’ll have a safe driving experience.
A part that you’ve become extremely familiar with ever since you started driving is your vehicle’s brakes. They are essential to your everyday life on the road and our certified technicians are trained on keeping them intact for you. While you may have some questions for us, keep reading below to see if we can answer any of them for you.
How Can I Tell if My Brakes Need Servicing?
As you know, your brakes are essential to the function of your vehicle and critical to the safety of cars around you. There are signs you should look for if you’re worried about the state of your brakes and we’ve lined up a couple of things that would be red flags. If any of these things pop up while you’re driving, then you should immediately bring your vehicle down to us.
Your brakes feel hard to press or feel mushy
Squealing, screeching or crunching noises
Your vehicle pulls too much to the right or left, not in a straight line
You feel a vibration in the brakes or steering wheel when braking
Your brake light comes on
If you’ve seen or felt your vehicle deal with any of these issues, you shouldn’t hesitate to bring it in for service.
Why Choose Gettel Kia of Bradenton for Brake Repair
While we know you’ve got a busy schedule, we’re looking to get your vehicle back to you as safely and efficiently as possible. When you choose to service with our dealership, you’ll be getting quality assurance on your model and you can even use our Valet Service Request perk. We’ll pick up the vehicle from you and when we’re done with its service, we’ll bring it right back to you when it’s done! While our certified technicians are thoroughly inspecting your brakes, they’ll also:
- Check to ensure your brakes have even wear and measure the thickness of the brake pads/shoes.
- Ensure that the brake lines and master and wheel cylinder aren’t leaking.
- Check the rotors for hot spots and run-outs.
- Inspect the calipers for wear, any fluid leaks and proper movement.
- Ensure the anti-lock brake sensors are working correctly.
- Test the hardware and make adjustments when necessary.
- Check brake fluid conditions and levels.
When you schedule a brake service with us, we provide even more added benefits, like:
- Certified technicians that are trained specifically on Kia models
- Specialized equipment to get the job done right the first time
- Premium parts made for your vehicle
- Valet Service Request*
- Kia Express Service
- Warranties on parts and labor
- Lounge and business centers with complimentary Wi-Fi
When we say we want our customers to be happy and safe, we mean it. Reach out to us today so we can help you be safer on the road.
If you have any questions about your vehicle’s brakes, contact us today or stop by our dealership at 6423 14th Street W, Bradenton, FL 34207 . We look forward to serving our customers near Venice and Sarasota.
*Distance/Mileage restrictions apply. See dealer for details.
