Regular maintenance and repairs are essential for the performance of your vehicle’s brakes. Brake system parts should be inspected by a professional at least once annually. Your vehicle's braking system is its most vital safety component, making it crucial to keep it well-maintained and promptly address any issues. At Midas in Urbana, IL, we can resolve your brake system problems for your car, truck, or SUV. Call now at or stop by the shop at 304 West University, Urbana, IL 61801.
At Midas West University our brake parts* are guaranteed for as long as you own your car and we stand by them with our Golden Guarantee™. Whether it's brake pads, or shocks and struts, they're all backed by our Limited Lifetime** warranty.
*Valid on brake pads, shoes, mufflers, shocks and struts. ↩
**Limited Lifetime Guarantee valid for as long as you own your car. ↩
Have your brakes checked right away if you observe any of the following:
Dashboard lights or warnings - Your brake light, ABS light or Check Engine light may indicate brake problems.
If you hear a high-pitched squeak when applying the brake pedal.
If you notice a scratching or grinding noise when you're not braking, it could be a sign of a brake or bearing issue and should be promptly inspected.
If you experience shaking or vibration while coming to a stop.
If you find yourself needing to apply more pressure than usual to bring the vehicle to a complete stop.
55-Point Brake Inspection
This involves diagnosing issues like a spongy brake pedal, investigating the cause of your brake light being on, or conducting routine brake checks.
Brake Pad Replacement
Essential for regular brake maintenance.
Brake Rotor Service
This service complements brake pad replacement. We'll address brake pad wear and suggest new rotors if necessary.
Brake Shoe Replacement
Similar to replacing brake pads, applicable to drum-style brakes.
Brake Drum Service
Similar to rotor service but tailored for drum-style brakes.
Brake Fluid Service
Ranging from routine brake fluid exchanges to repairing brake fluid leaks.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Service
Covering ABS sensors and the system computer module.
Brake Repair
Comprehensive repairs across all brake system components, including the power brake booster and parking brake assembly.
Disc Brakes
Disc brakes are composed of a Disc Brake Rotor connected to the wheel and a Caliper holding the Disc Brake Pads. When hydraulic pressure from the Master Cylinder is applied, the Caliper Piston squeezes the Disc Brake Rotor between the Disc Brake Pads, generating friction that slows down or stops your car.
Drum Brakes
Drum brakes are composed of a Brake Drum connected to the wheel, a Wheel Cylinder, Brake Shoes, and Brake Return Springs. When hydraulic pressure from the Master Cylinder is applied, the Wheel Cylinder pushes the Brake Shoes against the Brake Drum, generating friction that slows down or stops your car.
Parking Brake
The Parking Brake employs cables to mechanically engage the brakes, typically the rear ones. It's utilized to prevent the car from rolling when it's not in motion.
When you visit us with any brake concerns, our Midas Auto Service Experts® perform a comprehensive 55-point inspection on your brakes. We then take the opportunity to carefully explain your vehicle's condition, highlighting urgent issues and those that can wait.
Midas is located at 304 West University. We proudly provide expert brake repair services to the Bolten Field, Clark, Garden Hills, Hill Street East, Stone Creek sections of Urbana.
