Essential Brake Maintenance Tips for Mercedes AMG | GVE London – Blog

Even the finest and best-built machines are, at the end of the day, mere machines, and machines need regular upkeep to keep them running at their best. For any vehicle, arguably, more important than going fast is stopping quickly. If you’re in the high-performance variants of a car, like the AMG for Mercedes, this statement is doubly true. The brakes used in these cars are designed for high performance, precision, and safety. So, keeping them in top condition is crucial for an optimal driving experience.

In this blog, let’s take a look at some essential brake maintenance tips to ensure your Mercedes AMG is always ready to perform when you need it most.

Signs of Brake Wear

Let’s look at the most common signs of the wear and tear of brakes on a Mercedes AMG 

Squeaking or Squealing Noises

If you start to hear this, get your brake pads checked ASAP to prevent further damage. Many brake pads have a wear indicator that informs you when it’s time to replace them.

Grinding or Rubbing Sounds

A rubbing or grinding sound is creepy, a major cause of concern for its an induction that your brake pads, most likely, have completely worn down or are dangerously close to that level. This noise is created when the metal of the brake pad gets exposed and grinds against the disk, causing significant damage. 

Vibrations or Pulsing When Braking

To feel a pulsation or vibration from your brake pedal, in the middle of the night, when applying the brakes, is terrifying. It is also not a good indication of your brakes for it screams an issue with the brake rotors being warped or unevenly worn. This can happen over time from constant heat and pressure.

If this happens, warped rotors need to be resurfaced or replaced, and the pads might need attention as well.

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Reduced Braking Efficiency

To have your car taking longer than it usually does to stop is an absolute no-no. It is usually a sign of worn brake pads or low brake fluid. In certain niche scenarios, it could also be due to air in the brake lines. If you’re experiencing a reduction in braking power, get your car checked immediately at a supercar service centre like GVE London before driving further.

Brake Warning Light

The great thing about modern technology is that it often tells you if something is wrong, making supercar servicing much easier. The Brake service light should light up on your dashboard when there is an issue with the brakes. Now, there could be a variety of reasons why this light turns on, so it is best to get your car checked by a trusted mechanic to know the cause.

Conclusion

Your Mercedes AMG deserves to be well taken care of, not merely to preserve its elegance and performance but to keep you, everyone who takes a ride in it, and the general public, safe. Regular maintenance, as with most cases, is the best way of ensuring your brakes stay in top shape throughout their lifespan.

However, brake maintenance on an AMG does require special tools and expertise. If you’re located in the UK, consider visiting GVE London and our state-of-the-art facility in West London that specialises in Supercar servicing. From regular supercar maintenance and repairs to custom modifications and detailing, we can do it all.