Don't skimp on brake maintenance
9 October, 2023
In addition, having your Kia serviced or maintained by a Kia dealership also comes with added peace of mind as the parts and labour are covered by a warranty.
Book a service or brake maintenance at one of Kia’s dealerships nationwide, today.
While the lifespan of a cars brake discs is dependent on a variety of factors they too wear down, and lose their efficiency and will, on average, need to be changed with every second or third brake pad replacement.
A cars brake fluid is hydroscopic, which means that over time, it will degrade and lose some of its performance, it is therefore also a good idea to have the system completely flushed and refilled with fresh brake fluid every few years.
When you have your car serviced as per the service schedule at a Kia delaership, apart from conducting the mandated service items, the technician will give the vehicle a thorough once over which will include an inspection of the braking components. Technicians will be able to advise if any of the components need replacing or give you an idea of when they will need replacing, so that you can plan accordingly.
Selected Kia Retail dealerships are currently offering a free brake and battery test for out of warranty customers to assist them in staying ahead of braking system maintenance.
There are many advantages to having your Kia serviced and maintained at a Kia dealership, even once the vehicle is out of warranty. The technicians who do duty in these workshops are highly trained on Kia products to ensure they know how to service and repair your Kia better than anyone else.
Kia workshops are also equipped with all the tools and special equipment needed to correctly perform these tasks on your Kia. Having your vehicle looked after by a Kia dealership will also ensure that the replacement parts are of the same design and quality as the parts that it came out of the factory with, ensuring that your car continues to perform the same way it did when it was new for many years and hundreds of thousands of kilometres.
When it comes to a cars safety systems and controls, your vehicles brakes are undoubtably one of the most critical components. A cars brakes not only do an incredibly important job, but they also work extremely hard, slowing the weight of the heavy car down, from speed, thousands of times per journey.
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