There are two main reasons for brake failure:
First, the brake pads are abnormally worn, unable to provide sufficient friction for deceleration braking;
The second is the failure of the brake fluid, resulting in the pistons in the brake calipers not working properly and unable to push the brake pads out to clamp the brake disk, thus losing friction.
For the first reason, abnormal brake pad wear is usually caused by prolonged use, poor material quality or installation problems. To avoid this, we should check the brake pads regularly during maintenance to ensure that their wear is within safe limits. In addition, on long downhill roads, drivers should master the skill of applying the brakes and avoid applying the brakes frequently to minimize the wear of the brake pads.
For the second reason, brake fluid failure may be caused by poor oil quality, clogged fluid lines or leakage. To prevent brake fluid failure, we should change the brake fluid regularly to ensure its quality. At the same time, we should check the brake fluid jug and hose for leakage and troubleshoot the problem in time.
In addition to the above two main reasons, there are some other factors that may lead to brake failure, such as air in the brake system, brake pump failure and so on. In order to ensure the normal operation of the brake system, we also need to pay attention to the following points:
1. regularly check the components of the brake system, such as brake pads, brake discs, brake fluid, etc., to ensure that they are in good condition.
2. avoid cleaning the brake system immediately when it is in a hot state so that the brake fluid will not boil and cause brake failure.
3. Don't drive with air in the brake system.
4. Avoid applying the brakes continuously for a long time so that the brake pads will not overheat and lose friction.
In conclusion, brake failure is a matter of life safety, we should pay great attention to it. Through regular inspection, maintenance and proper driving skills, brake failure can be effectively prevented to ensure driving safety. At the same time, we should also pay attention to the innovative technology of the brake system, such as brake system failure warning device, intelligent brake assist system, etc., to provide more protection for our driving safety.