Why a Brake System Inspection is so Essential

When you bring your Volkswagen into Brunswick Volkswagen, complete brake system inspection, including a performance road test and detailed inspection of all system components by a factory-trained technician, components:

• Brake Pads & Rotors: The basic friction elements that slow down your car by slowing the rotation of the wheels.
• Brake Calipers: The calipers press the brake pads against the rotors to create the friction that provides stopping power for your car.
• Brake Master Cylinder: The brake master cylinder, located under the hood, contains a brake fluid reservoir and creates the fluid pressure that activates the brake calipers when you press the brake pedal.

• Brake Fluid: The hydraulic brake fluid delivers pressure from the master cylinder to the brakes themselves. Over time, this fluid can become dirty and worn out and needs to be flushed out and replaced with fresh fluid.
• Brake Lines: Brake fluid flows through brake lines from the master cylinder to the brake calipers. If the lines or fittings become loose or damaged, braking performance could be affected by a brake fluid leak.

How Often Should You Get a Brake System Inspection for Your Volkswagen

Every vehicle is different. To find out what’s recommended for your car, consult the maintenance schedule included with your owner’s manual. Or just give us a call and provide your vehicle’s VIN. We can look up the maintenance schedule for your particular vehicle. For example, according to the manufacturer, all 2019 Volkswagen vehicles should have the brake pads inspected every 10,000 miles and the brake fluid inspected every 20,000 miles.