The brakes in your automobile are ultra important. Driving around at top speeds without the ability to stop on demand is extremely dangerous, putting your life and the lives of others in jeopardy. Because brakes play such a critical role in the operation of your car, you should definitely make it a point to pay attention to them. There could be subtle signs that your BMW brakes are in disrepair and need to be replaced. Rather than wait until your brakes are so deficient that you risk getting into a serious accident, note these signs so you can find out if your brakes need to be seen by a technician.

Your Car Vibrates When You Depress The Brake Pedal

One of the first indications that there is a problem with your brakes can be observed by noticing whether or not your car vibrates when you try to stop. Unless you're mashing the brakes at the last minute and trying to stop short, there shouldn't be a vibrating effect. If it is there, it's a telltale sign that there is likely something wrong with your brakes.

The vibrations are there because there is little cushion between your brake pedal and the rotors beneath it. The place that used to be filled in by a brake pad might now be empty. Because there's nothing there to act as a buffer, it results in metal-on-metal action. You'll notice that the vibrating may continue going even when you've come to a complete stop.

At this point, it's vital for you to have the car inspected by a professional. You don't want to risk wearing down the rotors even more.

The Car Tends To Pull To One Side When Braking

When the brakes on your vehicle are working normally they actually move in tandem to stop the automobile. Things are level and in alignment, so the car doesn't pull to one side or another. However, if either brake starts to malfunction the other brake will have to compensate. The end result is that the side with the stronger brake puts in more work and the car will pull to that side when you're trying to come to a stop.

Keeping your brakes in good condition gives you peace of mind while you're on the road. Do your part by noticing the signs so you'll know when it's time to have your brakes seen by a skilled professional.