Brake Service & Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA

Brakes are an essential component of any vehicle, and like all other components, they require service to operate smoothly. Brake service is listed in each vehicle's owner’s manual under the maintenance schedule section. Although it varies depending on the year, make and model, most vehicles should have brake service every 30,000 miles and the brake system should be inspected annually. Over time, brake pads wear to a point at which they can no longer perform at peak efficiency. When they were to this point, there are a number of symptoms that drivers can look for to help determine if it is time to have service. Continue reading below to learn about brake service and repair at Toyota of San Luis Obispo in California.

How can you tell when brakes need service?

There are numerous symptoms that indicate when brakes may need service. The most basic is when the brake light indicator turns on, but others include the brakes squeaking or making noises, the steering-wheel shaking while braking, and when the driver must press the brake pedal harder for breaking to work. When drivers notice these issues with their vehicle, they should bring it in for brake service, because brake pads, rotors and fluid may need to be serviced.

Schedule Brake Service at Toyota of San Luis Obispo, CA

Drivers in San Luis Obispo, California, are invited to have their brakes serviced at Toyota of San Luis Obispo. Our dealership's service center is staffed by experienced technicians who have the skills, tools, training and know-how necessary to provide quality and conscientious repairs each and every time. Our team is more than happy to provide other forms of preventative maintenance or repairs while your vehicle is in the shop, so schedule a service appointment online or by giving us a call at 805-543-7001.