When should brake pads be replaced?

New pads are ~12mm. Replace when below 3mm; recommended below 5mm. Extreme driving or heavy loads may require earlier replacement.

How to tell if brake pads are worn?

Squealing, reduced braking power, longer pedal travel are all signs. Some cars have electronic wear sensors.

CERAMIC

Pad type + driving habits + mileage → remaining life estimate. Organic/Ceramic/Semi-Metallic.

PAD MATERIAL

DRIVING CONDITIONS

CURRENT ODOMETER

Distance driven (km)

30,000km

012 10k km

Ceramic Pads

Near Limit

40%Remaining

Estimated Total Life3~7 10k km

Driving Condition Factor×1

Mileage (New Pads)30,000 km

Remaining Mileage2 10k km

Pad Life Remaining

40%

Brake pads nearing end of life

Mileage of 3 10k km is near end of life. Inspect soon.

PAD MATERIAL COMPARISON

Feature	Organic/NAO	Ceramic	Semi-Metallic
Noise	Low	Low	Med-High
Dust	Little	Very little	High
Braking Performance	Average	Excellent	Good
Life	1.5-3 10k	3-7 10k	2.5-5 10k
Application	Daily commute	Luxury/family	Heavy load/performance

WEAR WARNING SIGNS

🔊Metal grinding noise when braking → Wear indicator contact

📏Longer braking distance → Friction material severely worn

🦶Spongy brake pedal → Brake fluid may need replacement

🚗Steering wheel vibration → Brake disc may be warped

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