How often brake pads are changed for Singapore roads

[E-Jazz]

Hi all,

 

Just curious since I am still inexperience in all these.

 

On Singapore roads given that my ride is front and back brake disc, just how often are the brake pads changed.

 

Cause I realized that driving on local road uses the brakes a lot due to constant traffic light stoppages, though I understand that how often it is changed depends on individual driving style, so hope everyone can share your experience with me so i have a rough idea.

 

Thanks

[Furrynadz]

best change when slightly below half thickness

[Woonyang]

a lot depends on the driver, not just the road/traffic. also depends on your hardware.

[Porche]

mine 4.5yrs haven't change once, mechanic says good to go.

[E-Jazz]

best change when slightly below half thickness

 

How do we see half thickness sorry for my noob question

 

 

a lot depends on the driver, not just the road/traffic. also depends on your hardware.

 

Yea, this part I understand. thanks.

 

 

mine 4.5yrs haven't change once, mechanic says good to go.

 

Wow thats quite a long time.

[Furrynadz]

1) either eye power and estimate the thickness of your brake pad and change when u see it halfway

 

2) get the tech specs for your brake system where they list the pad thickness and pad backing plate thickness, then use measurement for accuracy

 

3) if you service at KM usually they will ask u change at about 1/3 left life

 

either way, make sure the rotor surface is even wear as well

 

 

[E-Jazz]

1) either eye power and estimate the thickness of your brake pad and change when u see it halfway

 

2) get the tech specs for your brake system where they list the pad thickness and pad backing plate thickness, then use measurement for accuracy

 

3) if you service at KM usually they will ask u change at about 1/3 left life

 

either way, make sure the rotor surface is even wear as well

 

Ya, I will be sending to Kah for servicing. Will note the listed points. Thanks

[Dafansu]

your mechanic should check for you during servicing.

[C-K]

if you don't tailgate, drive on expressway most of the time, and don't always tap brake to slow down the car (you can slow down with just releasing the gas pedal), the pads should last you longer than 5 years.

[Kiadaw]

your mechanic should check for you during servicing.

 

Yes. But just to be safe, ask them specifically to check the pad.

 

As driver, also take note if your pad no long grip as well.

 

 

 

To preserve the brake pads,

 

don't tail gate ( as it often result in unnecessary braking...& crushes).

If the lights start to turn red in front, start to slow down, instead of drive in front then slam brakes.

Slow down when about to turn in at junction & turns

Use engine brakes

 

[Vblues]

Pads are cheap. Change them every 2-3 years. Don't compromise on safety just because you want to save a few dollars.

[Wildaltum]

Well I have driven abt 67000km and my brake pads are still good as original. It all depends on the waythe driver drives.

[Tasman]

have done 100K still have not change the pad... wore off only approx half

[Good-Carbuyer]

Hi all,

 

Just curious since I am still inexperience in all these.

 

On Singapore roads given that my ride is front and back brake disc, just how often are the brake pads changed.

 

Cause I realized that driving on local road uses the brakes a lot due to constant traffic light stoppages, though I understand that how often it is changed depends on individual driving style, so hope everyone can share your experience with me so i have a rough idea.

 

Thanks

Please do not wait until accident then go for servicing/repairs (an ex-colleague did that)

Was told most cars here had replacement brake pads (front) around 40,000km. Not observed if slower acceleration cars can make the brake pads last longer

The rear brakes usually last till/beyond COE expiry.

Only my previous Kelisa had replacement beyond 60,000km (I believe the car lightweight has to do with it)

Edited September 23, 2010 by Good-Carbuyer

[Civic6656]

Depending on makes and whether u r using aftermarket pads.

My brake pads are now 82kkm old and still going strong!

[Blackyv]

Mine last 50k only, actually one piece was very thin on one end. Uneven wear.. The other piece still good but I change it...

[Yuan]

Depends on the driver's usage.

[Ichibawa]

Check your brake pads every servicing. The mechanic will tell you when its due to change.