Safety Β· February 2026

5 Signs Your Brakes Need Attention Right Now

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Don't ignore these five signs: 1) Grinding or scraping when braking β€” pads are gone, metal-on-metal damage to rotors. 2) High-pitched squeal β€” wear indicators are touching, time to replace pads. 3) Pulling to one side β€” uneven pad wear or stuck caliper. 4) Spongy or low pedal β€” air in the lines or low fluid. 5) Vibration when braking β€” warped rotors.

Minnesota winter slush and road salt accelerate brake wear significantly. We recommend a brake inspection every 12,000 miles or annually, whichever comes first.

Brake jobs at Jon's typically run $180-$380 with our 2-year warranty.

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