ALARMING! My Auris breaks grinded today and didn't stop when I hit the breaks! Please help

[caruser]

Hi all,

My Toyota Auris breaks grinded today and didn't stop the car when I breaked!

I had to break hard-ish and this happened which has alarmed me. What do I do? What could be the issue? I am phoning my garage tomorrow.

For the remaining 30mins journey I breaked gently to get home but now I am quite concerned.

So far I have done 7,000 miles without servicing it.

Please tell me what you know when this type of issue happens. 

[Duggerz]

Most likely the brake pads are worn to the metal. Unfortunately that will have destroyed the discs also, you'll need new discs and pads.

[caruser]

24 minutes ago, Duggerz said:

Most likely the brake pads are worn to the metal. Unfortunately that will have destroyed the discs also, you'll need new discs and pads.

How much will that cost?

[Duggerz]

That depends on which course of action you take. If you can do it yourself, about £100, if you pay someone then at least double that.

[caruser]

Thank you Duggerz

[Konrad C]

Your other post shows you should check things more often, with your high usage. 

Can I add that you do weekly checks yourself - coolant, windscreen washer, brake, transmission (if dipstick for that), engine oil (very important), and tyre pressures/condition. The brake pads can be observed by looking through the wheel gaps/spokes.

You need to have a safe reliable car! 

I will repeat this comment in your other post.

 

 

[Duggerz]

I really like this post. I do weekly checks and it has saved me plenty, highly recommended. The number one reason for engine failure is still low oil level.

[tavy]

On 12/8/2016 at 2:26 PM, Konrad C said:

Can I add that you do weekly checks yourself - coolant, windscreen washer, brake, transmission (if dipstick for that), engine oil (very important), and tyre pressures/condition. The brake pads can be observed by looking through the wheel gaps/spokes.

You need to have a safe reliable car! 

I will repeat this comment in your other post.

 

 

Brake pads wear can be checked when change the wheels (for winter or summer), this means twice a year, you can easily estimate how long they'll last.