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Fri 8 - 16:30
Sat - Sun Closed
Your brakes are the most important safety feature in your vehicle. It is essential to keep them well maintained, and replace components when they wear out. We can take care of all the typical brake maintenance tasks:
There are several telltale signs for a worn or damaged brake system, including but not limited to grinding, squeaking, a spongy pedal feel, pulsating, and the vehicle pulling to the left or right.
Different driving habits can significantly impact how frequently your car's brakes need maintenance.
For instance, brake pads on a car primarily used for motorway driving might last up to 60,000 miles or more. In contrast, the same car driven mostly in heavy city traffic may require new brakes after just 25,000 miles or less.
Front brakes typically wear out faster than rear brakes because they bear a larger share of the braking load, especially in front-wheel-drive vehicles.
It's generally advised to replace brake pads when the friction material has worn down to around 3 millimeters. Additionally, brake discs should be checked, and if they are at or below the manufacturer’s minimum thickness specification, they should be replaced.
Although you can measure brake disc thickness yourself, the process is challenging and requires specialized tools. It involves lifting the vehicle with a jack, removing the wheels, and then taking measurements. For this reason, it's usually best to leave this task to professionals.
We have the skills and experience necessary to inspect your vehicle to the highest standard. You will be notified of any work that is required, and potential costs, before it is carried out.
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1 months ago
I have a 2004 SLK 350 R171 which I intended to take to France to rally in September. Scarlett Auto Service’s listened carefully to my concerns, and with attention to detail ensured that not only was it fit to take to Bordeaux, but that I won the overall rally beating an Aston Martin, Porsche, Jaguar & Ferrari over 2 days. Had no issues at all for the entire trip. Not bad for an 18 year old car. What I really like about this friendly & accomplished garage is that they fully engage, include you in the process, and nothing is seemingly too much trouble. I had, for example, a problem with the wing mirror motor assembly and Scarlett’s went to some trouble to source an affordable original second hand replacement. Something that previous garages had not attempted. The work I requested was done to a very high standard; with a wide range of expertise being shown; they invited me to inspect their work: & importantly I am always made to feel welcome. As a fussy Mercedes owner I trust them implicitly & would not take my car anywhere else.
Andrew Rayment
2 month ago
I use Scarletts Auto Services to look after my Ford Escort RS Cosworth. Stuart and his team have always been very professional, reliable and trustworthy and I feel totally at ease leaving my car with them. I would highly recommend Scarletts.
Jason S
6 months ago
This is a great garage very honest and fantastic service. All the staff are experienced Mechanics. They are always very busy which is a great indicator of their quality work. I would highly recommend.
John J
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