2024 Ram ProMaster EV Delivery Van Brake Pads in Danvers, MA

Grinding means the friction material is gone and the backing plate is contacting the rotor, so stop driving and book service. An inspection measures all four corners and checks the rest of the system.

• Squeal or scrape during braking
• Grinding noise
• Longer pedal travel or stopping distance

Brakes wear as a system, so the related components are assessed together. The inspection helps determine whether pad replacement alone addresses the condition found.

• Four-corner pad measurement
• Pads matched to the braking system
• Inspection of rotors, calipers, hardware, and fluid

City traffic, towing, hills, and hard stops can shorten pad life. There is no manufacturer brake-pad interval for this model year, so technicians measure the remaining material and assess the complete braking system.

• City traffic increases brake use
• Towing and hills add braking demand
• Four-corner measurement guides service timing

Technicians inspect the rotors alongside the pads, calipers, hardware, and brake fluid. Running pads to the backing plate can damage a rotor, which is why worn pads should be addressed before that occurs.

• Rotors are inspected with the pads
• Backing-plate contact can cause rotor damage
• The condition found determines the repair

Squealing, scraping, longer pedal travel, or longer stopping distance also warrant prompt inspection. Ignoring pad wear can damage rotors and affect the braking system.

• Grinding means immediate attention is needed
• Longer stopping distance is a warning sign
• Have pads and related components inspected

The visit includes measuring remaining pad material on all four corners and inspecting the related braking components. The dealership is at 107 Andover St (Route 114), Danvers, MA 01923.

• Book through the online service scheduler
• Call 978-850-6937
• Visit the Danvers service center