Antony Joseph
Member
Hi,
I am an automotive newbie, and I need a reality check on what I have been advised. My '03 ST is at $49.5K, and my "Check Brake" light has come on a couple time -- most usually when it gets cold. I took it in to have it checked out, and was advised that my:
1) front & rear brake pads needs to be replaced
2) rear rotors need to be replaced because there are worn through .. although there is still 10% pads on the rear brakes
3) brake system needs to be flushed.
I always believed that the front brakes would wear out faster than the rear, but this is the first time I have owned a truck. Replacing the front & rear brake pads makes sense, but I am puzzled why the rear rotors would wear out, and especially since I have not heard any squealing noises to let me know the brakes are wearing not. Lastly, in looking at the owners manual, I don't see any thing in there for the brake system flush.
Appreciate any words of wisdom to help me understand whether or not this is logical, and any suggestions you might have.
Rgds,
I am an automotive newbie, and I need a reality check on what I have been advised. My '03 ST is at $49.5K, and my "Check Brake" light has come on a couple time -- most usually when it gets cold. I took it in to have it checked out, and was advised that my:
1) front & rear brake pads needs to be replaced
2) rear rotors need to be replaced because there are worn through .. although there is still 10% pads on the rear brakes
3) brake system needs to be flushed.
I always believed that the front brakes would wear out faster than the rear, but this is the first time I have owned a truck. Replacing the front & rear brake pads makes sense, but I am puzzled why the rear rotors would wear out, and especially since I have not heard any squealing noises to let me know the brakes are wearing not. Lastly, in looking at the owners manual, I don't see any thing in there for the brake system flush.
Appreciate any words of wisdom to help me understand whether or not this is logical, and any suggestions you might have.
Rgds,