Brake Service in Ocean Township, NJ

It's important that vehicle owners take care of their vehicles. However, some components are a little more important than others. One of the most important aspects of maintaining a vehicle is monitoring and keeping the braking system in check. The Jeep Store offers expert braking services and brake repair near Ocean Township to help keep you safe when out on the road.

How Often do Your Brakes Need to be Serviced?

Service intervals for your brakes largely depend on the wear and tear they sustain. A vehicle that drives around in a city or urban area will need its brakes replaced much sooner than a vehicle that does most of its driving on the highway. As a general rule, stop-and-start traffic wears your brakes down the fastest. You’ll usually need to replace your brakes after about 50,000 miles of regular use, but the same set of brakes could last up to 70,000 miles or as little as 25,000 miles, depending on the wear and tear.

Brake Repair Warning Signs

Several warning signs will begin to appear before the brakes reach critical levels of performance or require a brake service. The next time you're behind the wheel of your Jeep, keep the radio off and pay close attention to your brakes. Remember the following questions to help you know what to look or listen for:

• Do you hear a squealing or grinding sound when applying the brakes?
• Does the brake pedal feel spongy when you put pressure on it?
• Does the anti-lock braking system warning light come on while you’re driving?
• Does your Jeep pull to one side when applying the brakes?

If your answer is yes to any one of these questions, you should schedule an appointment for your brake service at The Jeep Store as soon as you can. These are just a few of the more common signs that may indicate brake problems. If you notice any out-of-the-ordinary symptoms with your brakes, call 732-800-0374 to schedule your brake service and bring your Jeep to our service department just to be safe.

What Does Our Brake Service Include?

Brake services at The Jeep Store include the following:

Brake Inspections

We start by examining the state of your Jeep's brakes and inspecting the brake elements, such as the brake pads, rotors, calipers, clips, and brake fluid level. This helps us determine what issues we need to resolve and whether there are any preventive measures we can take. After we complete the brake inspection, we inform you of our findings before proceeding with the work to ensure you're comfortable with the costs.

Brake Pad Service

One of our most common brake services is replacing brake pads. Brake pads wear down over time, and it’s important to replace them in a timely fashion to keep you safe in your vehicle. We swap out the old, worn-down brake pads for new high-quality brake pads.

Brake Fluid Service

If your vehicle is low on brake fluid, we can refill the reservoir to ensure your braking system continues to operate efficiently. However, if your vehicle needs a significant amount of brake fluid, this can signal a leak. We investigate your brake lines for signs of a leak, and if we detect one, we can replace the brake lines for you.

Brake Rotor Change

Your brake rotors are metal discs near the wheels of your car. Over time, they can wear down, making it harder for your vehicle to stop or causing the vehicle to veer. In some cases, we can resurface the current brake rotors, allowing you to get more life out of them. However, if your brake rotors are significantly worn down, we can replace them with new brake rotors.

How Much Is a Full Brake Service?

Brakes wear down over time, so if you notice a problem, the worst thing you can do is ignore it and hope it goes away. Brake repairs generally cost less than brake replacements, so it's best to have any issues checked out before something fails and the repairs get costly. How much you need to spend on a full brake service depends on a few factors, including the type of vehicle and the specific brake issue. When you bring your vehicle to The Jeep Store, we give you an estimate of the cost of the brake service before we begin.

Remember, brakes are designed to keep you safe! If you take care of your brakes, they’ll keep you safe in return. If you suspect there might be a problem with your brakes, bring your Jeep to The Jeep Store. We'll keep you on the road and safe for many more miles.

What Does Brake Service Assist Mean, and How Can You Fix It?

Brake assist is a safety feature found in most modern vehicles. In essence, the vehicle detects when the driver applies a large amount of force on the brakes, but the vehicle isn't slowing down quickly enough. In this scenario, the vehicle releases an additional braking force to stop the vehicle sooner and help prevent accidents.

If your brake assist feature is not working properly, you may have a light on your dashboard called the brake service assist. This light may come on if you have a malfunctioning brake sensor or there isn't enough pressure going to the braking system. When this light turns on, schedule a brake service appointment as soon as you can and let brake service specialists diagnose the problem.

Schedule Your Brake Service at The Jeep Store Today

Whether you suspect an issue with your Jeep's brakes or you just want some preventive maintenance, The Jeep Store is here to help. We also provide full Jeep maintenance services, such as oil changes and tire replacements. Call us today at 732-800-0374 or contact us to schedule an appointment at our service station. We'll give your vehicle's braking system a thorough inspection and perform any work necessary to ensure your vehicle is safe to drive.