If you’re looking for vehicle brake service near Dubuque, then you’re in the right spot.  Runde Chevrolet has been servicing vehicles in the Dubuque area since 1927 and if there’s one thing our technicians have a lot of experience with, it’s installing new brake pads.  Anyone who either lives in or has visited the Dubuque area can vouch that the hilly terrain puts a lot of wear on brake pads year in and year out.

Now if you’re wondering if your brake pads are worn, one thing you can do is listen.  When there is considerable wear on either your front or rear brake pads, they will eventually begin to make a squealing noise.  Now, if you’re driving around with your windows up and your radio volume set at sixty, then you might not hear it.  We must remember it’s important to pay attention to what your vehicle is trying to tell you.

Most brake pads have built in audible wear indicators called squealers.  They make a high pitched warning sound alerting you to have your brakes inspected right away.   It’s important not to delay getting this checked out because with every stop, your brake pads will continue to wear down.  And if you keep driving with brake squeal, you may damage other components like your rotors leading to a more costly repair.

Now whether or not you hear noises when braking, it’s important to get your brakes inspected about every 12 months or 10,000 miles.  And if you have an upcoming family vacation planned to a mountainous region in the US, we’d definitely recommend bringing your vehicle in to get your brakes looked over before you depart.

The service department at Runde Chevrolet near Dubuque would be happy to inspect your brakes to make sure they are operating correctly and and to check how much life the pads have remaining. 

To make an appointment, just call our the Runde Staff at 866-735-5200.  They are open Monday through Saturday, with the exception of holidays.  So the next time you’re in need of vehicle brake service near Dubuque, look to Runde’s.  We’re located 1 mile east of Dubuque just across the Mississippi River and we’re here to help.

Runde Chevrolet Service Department