My corolla has 60,000 km's on it and the dealership is telling me the pads need to be replaced. I have not noticed anything wrong with them, no noise, no squeaks. Also if I get them changed do I need to get the rotors machined? And how much extra should that cost?How long should brake pads last on a 2004 Toyota Corolla CE?
60,000 km on one set of pads is better than average actually.
When do you change tires? When the wear indicators show or when the belts start showing through the tire?
If you wait til they squeek they will score your rotors; then you'll HAVE TO get them machined.
You probably only need the front brakes done. BUT ...
... take their advice if they say all four, they aren't trying to rip you off. Do you want your car out of service twice for brake pads? Have they ripped you off before? Why so paranoid now then? If you haven't gotten good service take it to a different dealer. They'll give you the worn out pads to take home if you want proof of how much they are worn.
Get used to the concept of %26quot;operating cost%26quot;. Buying a car is just the beginning.How long should brake pads last on a 2004 Toyota Corolla CE?
wow im surprised they lasted that long. that means you are a good driver. yes you should get the rotors machined and that should generally be included in the price of the brake job. about $150-$175 should do it, depending on where you live.How long should brake pads last on a 2004 Toyota Corolla CE?
not sure how far 60,000km's is,but if you do have the brakes done before you hear the metal to metal rub your rotors should be fineHow long should brake pads last on a 2004 Toyota Corolla CE?
It really depends on your driving habits. If you drive highway mostly then you may not need brakes, if you do a lot of in town driving then you MIGHT. You should have a mechanic that you trust check the brakes. If you do need them then get the rotors machined, it wont cost that much more and it will prolong the life of the new brakes.How long should brake pads last on a 2004 Toyota Corolla CE?
I have 45,000 miles on one car, 65,000 miles on another and one truck has 80,000 miles on the brake pads. They all stop good and I check the pads from time to time to make sure they look all right. If the pads look good and you are not having problems, I wouldn't change them. You have about 40,000 miles (60,000 km) and that means you don't ride your brakes so you should be able to go around 100,000 miles (161,000 km) before anything need to be done.
And brakes are one thing I don't take any chances with on a car. If there is any danger I get them fixed.How long should brake pads last on a 2004 Toyota Corolla CE?
if you have gone 60,000 miles without new pads until now you are doing good. And yes you want to have the rotors turned. i dont know what dealers charge but anywhere else probably under 100.00 or you could do it yourself for under $50.00.How long should brake pads last on a 2004 Toyota Corolla CE?
I have a 2000 Tundra, I have put over 140,000 miles on it many of them pulling (and stopping) heavy loads. The brake pads are still good. So 60,000 km would be a short life in my experience. And yes you should hear the squeaking if they are nearing the end of their life.How long should brake pads last on a 2004 Toyota Corolla CE?
Brake lining life depends on your driving habits and also what material they are made of. If these are the original linings, you definitely got your money's worth out of them. I would go ahead and have the brakes replaced and the rotors/drums refaced even if you don't feel any brake pedal fluctuation. The cost for rotor/drum refacing varies,but it could be upwards of $20 USD. Rotors have a minimum thickness and drums have a maximum diameter before replacing. If that's so, you can expect to pay even more. Besides, you can't put a price on safety. Remember: All go and no whoa ruins your day.How long should brake pads last on a 2004 Toyota Corolla CE?
60000 Kilometers = 37284 Miles (for those who dont know)
I would suggest having an ASE certified mechaninc replace your pads, then, ask him for his opinion of weather or not the rotors need mechined. My personal thoughts will be that they dont need to be. But hey everyone thinks different, this is just my opinion.
Replacing your pads before you hear them squeak or grind is safer then waiting till they are telling you they need it.
And a side note to the guy who %26quot;claims%26quot; he has put 140,000 Miles on his truck pulling loads and not replaced his pads, your about as irresponsible as they come, you are endangering other lives by running that risk. if you want to pull loads with a truck (and judgin from your comment I guess you dont) you have the responsibility of ensuring your brakes are good, not just %26quot;hoping%26quot; they dont give out this time you try to stop.
