Originally Posted by Uregina09
This is absolutely not a "necessary service in climates where rust is an issue." I live in Saskatchewan and my many vehicles have never had such a service with no ill effect. In fact, I only know of one person who has been talked into this type of "brake service."
Originally Posted by The Critic
Originally Posted by wolf_06
My Mazda dealership wants me to do a "brake service" at my next oil change.
My Mazda 3 2018 only has 25,000 km on the clock.
They charge me 200$ for that "brake servicing". What the heck will they do? Lube up calipers pin and put it back in place? Sounds fishy to me.
The owners manual only says "brake INSPECTION" at 24,000km...... inspection.
Any inputs?
It is a necessary service in climates where rust is an issue. The service involves disassembling the system and cleaning the rust off of the caliper bracket and the pad ears, as well as lubing the slide pins.
Here is a 10 min video of the entire process:
https://youtu.be/plo8tZWNsfY
The service is legitimate. As far as a reasonable cost for the service, well, that will depend on your local market.
I've seen rust build up between the Caliper Bracket & Anti Rattle Clips here in North Texas, Lubing Brake Shoe slide points is also important.
It being necessary is probably debatable, But I've seen many brake pads get smoked because stuck slide pins & Pinched pads.