Brake Inspection Service
Our technicians can measure pad thickness, inspect rotors, calipers, lines, and hardware, and check brake fluid condition. If your brakes are due for a checkup, schedule service today.
Brake Service
Brake Service
Drive with Power.
Stop with Confidence.
Dependable brake service for hardworking vehicles. Protect stopping power, stay safe under load, and keep every mile productive.
941-477-1731
Warranty You Can Count On
24-Month / 24,000-Mile Warranty
We stand behind our work with one of the best warranties in the industry. We're committed to quality repairs and customer satisfaction. That's why most services and repairs are covered by our 24-Month / 24,000-Mile Warranty
Expert Brake Service & Repair for Any Make, Any Model at Matthews Currie Ford Pro Elite in Nokomis.
Inspection, Diagnosis, and Repair
Brake Services Offered by Matthews Currie Ford Pro Elite
Brake Pad Replacement
Squealing, longer stopping distances, and a low pad warning are all signs a brake pad replacement may be due. Our team can replace your brake pads using quality parts.
Brake Rotor Service
Rotors can wear thin, develop uneven surfaces, or warp from heat. Our technicians can resurface or replace your rotors to restore smooth, even braking.
Brake Fluid Exchange
Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which can reduce braking performance. Our team can test your brake fluid and perform a fluid exchange when service is due.
Brake Caliper Service
Sticking or seized calipers can cause uneven pad wear. Our technicians can inspect caliper operation, service slide pins and hardware, and replace calipers where needed.
ABS & Brake Warning Light Diagnostics
An illuminated ABS or brake warning light means part of your brake system needs attention. Our team can scan the system, diagnose the cause, and recommend repairs.
Parking Brake Service
A properly working parking brake matters for safe parking. Our technicians can inspect, adjust, and repair mechanical and electronic parking brake systems.
Brake Noise & Vibration Diagnosis
Brake squealing, grinding, clunking, or pulsing when you hit the pedal? Our team can diagnose the source of brake noise or vibration and explain what we find before any repair begins.
Commercial & Fleet Brake Service
Heavy payloads, towing, and stop-and-go routes are hard on brakes. We can help with brake maintenance that keeps your vehicles safe and on the road.
Process
How Our Brake Service Process Works
Book your appointment online or call
941-477-1731. Choose a convenient time and tell us your tire or wheel service needs.
Let us know your vehicle's make, model, mileage, and any symptoms such as squealing, grinding, pulsing, pulling, a soft pedal, or warning lights. If you are unsure what is needed, our team can help review your options.
When you arrive, our service team will confirm your requested services and review any additional brake concerns.
Our technicians will inspect your pads, rotors, calipers, lines, and brake fluid and perform any needed diagnostics. If we find any items that may need attention, we explain our findings clearly, including measurements where applicable.
With your approval, our team completes the service using quality parts and proper procedures for your vehicle, followed by careful testing.
Before you leave, we review the completed service and any recommendations for future brake maintenance. Our goal is to help you stop safely and confidently, loaded or empty.
Why Choose Us
What Makes Our Brake Service Different
- Trained brake technicians
- Clear findings and honest recommendations
- Pad and rotor measurements, not guesswork
- Digital or written inspection findings
- ABS and electronic brake system diagnostics
- Support for commercial and fleet vehicles
- Quality and severe-duty parts options
- Local dealership accountability
- Brake fluid testing and exchange services
- Convenient scheduling
Trained brake techniciansRelated Services
Pairs well with tire service
Brake Service FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Many drivers have their brakes inspected at every tire rotation or oil change visit. If you tow, haul, or drive in heavy stop-and-go traffic, more frequent inspections are a smart idea.
Common signs include squealing or grinding noises, longer stopping distances, a soft or spongy pedal, pulsing or vibration when braking, pulling to one side, and brake warning lights.
Squealing is often caused by pad wear indicators telling you the pads are getting low, though it can also result from glazing, debris, or hardware issues. An inspection can identify the cause.
Grinding usually means the brake pads are worn through and metal is contacting the rotor. This reduces stopping power and can quickly damage rotors, so have your brakes inspected as soon as possible.
Pad life varies widely with driving style, vehicle weight, loads, and conditions. Towing, hauling, and city driving wear pads faster. Our team can measure your pads and tell you how much life remains.
Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which lowers its boiling point and can cause corrosion inside the brake system. Periodic fluid exchange helps maintain a firm pedal and reliable braking.
Pulsing is commonly caused by uneven rotor surfaces or rotor warping from heat. Depending on rotor condition, resurfacing or replacement can restore smooth braking.
Yes.
Matthews Currie Ford Pro Elite services brakes on most vehicles, including cars, SUVs, trucks, crossovers, vans, and commercial vehicles. Call
941-477-1731 to confirm service availability for your specific vehicle.
Yes. We support work trucks, cargo vans, chassis cabs, and commercial fleets, including Ford Pro commercial vehicles. Ask about severe-duty brake components and maintenance scheduling that minimizes downtime.
Scheduling an appointment is recommended so our team can prepare for your visit and confirm battery availability. You can schedule your visit online at
https://www.matthewscurriefordpro.com or call
941-477-1731 to reserve a time.