Brakes & suspension · Sant Andreu
Brake pads and discs in Barcelona
Pad and disc replacement with OEM-level parts, disc thickness measured with a micrometer and bedding-in explained. Braking properly is not negotiable.
What does this service include at Tallers Marathon?
Leading-brand pads and/or discs, real disc thickness measured and a full circuit check.
- Disc measurementThe minimum thickness is stamped on the disc by the manufacturer: we measure it in front of you.
- OEM-level partsPads and discs at original-fitment level or better.
- Circuit checkCalipers, hoses, fluid level and moisture.
- Wear sensorsNew sensors where the model uses them.
When do you change pads, and when discs too?
Pads: below about 3 mm of material or when the warning light comes on. Discs: when at the stamped minimum thickness, scored or warped. If the disc measures well, changing pads alone is correct and safe.
Two Barcelona habits that eat brakes: descending from Collserola or La Rovira holding speed on the pedal alone, and dense stop-start traffic. If you use the car a lot in the city, have the brakes checked once a year even if you notice nothing: rear pads and the handbrake are the great forgotten items, and ITV brake failures almost always involve the rear axle. After the change we explain the bedding-in: 200 km of gentle braking that makes all the difference to disc life. Take the chance to check the brake fluid too.
Frequently asked questions
Why do new brakes squeal?
Light noises are possible the first days until pad and disc bed in. A loud, constant squeal is not normal: bring it in and we check it at no cost.
Do you change just one axle?
Yes, brakes are done by axle: front and rear wear at different rates. What is never done is changing a single wheel.
Do pricier pads brake harder?
They brake the same in normal use; the differences are in lifespan, noise and hot performance. We propose the right level for your real use.
What warranty does the job carry?
A written warranty on parts and labour, like all our work.
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