Brakes are responsible for bringing your vehicle to a safe and controlled stop, ensuring your well-being and that of those around you. If you're experiencing any changes in your braking performance, don't ignore them and contact the professionals at Autohaus Merkle in Indianapolis, IN.
Autohaus Merkle offers top-notch brake repair and service in Indianapolis, IN.
Brake Inspections
The Autohaus Merkle team will inspect all of the major components of your vehicle’s brake system, including the drums, pads, rotors, shoes, and linings, and give you a clear and honest evaluation of the current condition of the brake system. Our team will recommend replacements or repairs to maintain and improve the performance of your vehicles based on this check.
Brake Repairs
If you have any concerns regarding the current condition of your brakes, it’s best to call Autohaus Merkle or visit our location at 3663 W Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN 46222. The common symptoms of a faulty brake system include an odd feeling when you push the pedal, a pulsing sensation in the brake pedal, a grinding or squeaking sound, or visible brake dust. From simple brake pad changes to ABS repairs, we’ve got you covered.
Brake Fluid Service
Brake fluid is one of the most important car fluids we service at Autohaus Merkle. We’ll evaluate the current state of your brake fluid and, if needed, flush the old and replace it with a new one.
Brake Service Near Me
When your car needs brake service or repairs in Indianapolis, IN, there’s one place that stands out as the best: Autohaus Merkle. We gladly accept appointments over the phone and online.
Visit us at 3663 W Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN 46222.
Why does my car shake or vibrate when I brake?
Shaking or vibration when you brake is most often caused by warped or unevenly worn rotors, which prevent the brake pads from gripping smoothly.
You'll usually feel it through the steering wheel or brake pedal, and it tends to get worse the longer it's left. Bring your vehicle to Autohaus Merkle in Indianapolis and we'll check your rotors and brakes to find the source of the vibration and get you stopping smoothly again.
My brake pedal feels soft or sinks to the floor. Is that dangerous?
Yes, a soft or sinking brake pedal should be treated as urgent, because it usually means there's air in the brake lines or a fluid leak affecting your ability to stop.
Your brakes rely on steady hydraulic pressure, and when that pressure drops, stopping distance increases fast. Don't wait on this one, have your vehicle looked at by the expert
team at Autohaus Merkle right away so we can find and fix the cause before it becomes a safety risk.
Do my brakes just need pads, or do the rotors and fluid need service too?
It depends on how worn your braking system is, which is why a proper inspection comes first.
Pads wear fastest and are often all that's needed, but rotors and brake fluid also wear over time and may need attention to keep your brakes performing safely. When you visit Autohaus Merkle, we'll inspect the full system and explain exactly what your brakes need and what can wait, so call us at (317) 632-7000 to get started.
