OEM GM Brakes

Your GM vehicle can be equipped with either of two brake systems: drum brakes and disc brakes. Both feature master brake cylinders, brake pistons, brake hoses, and brake lines. When you press the brake pedal, the master cylinder routes brake fluid through the lines and hoses thanks to the pistons pressurizing the fluid.

The Differences Between the Brake Systems

First, let's talk about drum brakes. This system uses brake shoes and brake drums. The brake fluid causes the shoe and the drum to fasten together and produce the resistance needed to slow your wheels.

A disc brake system features brake calipers, brake pads, and brake rotors. The fluid forces the calipers to close down onto the rotors to generate that friction. Since both components are made of metal, the calipers have brake pads to cushion the contact.

Used often and hard enough, any brake system will begin to wear out. When that happens, you'll want to conduct an inspection as soon as you can to determine which part needs replacing.

How to Recognize Bad Brakes

It's easy to spot signs of failing brakes. They include:

• A shuddering brake pedal
• Your vehicle pulls to the side when you're braking
• Your brake pedal feels soft or squishy
• You notice strange noises when you brake
• Your dashboard warning light comes on

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