Genesis vehicles are a masterful combination of luxury and style, and your maximum driving and ownership experience in Miami requires that proper maintenance and upkeep be performed on your vehicle.
Proper luxury vehicle maintenance is unfortunately not limited to ensuring you regularly change your engine oil and filter, rotate your tires, and top off the windshield washer fluid reservoir. We will of course be happy to take care of those things for you, but the team at Braman’s Miami Genesis Service department will also help you stay on top of maintenance for the other critical components of your Genesis luxury performance vehicle.
Your braking system is one of those components on which we focus, and this blog offers a brief summary of the performance car maintenance on that system. Give this a read and, if you have further questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to our Braman Genesis Service team. They’re excited to answer your questions and be of assistance at our Miami Genesis Service Center.
How Often Should I Replace My Genesis Brakes?
There is no guaranteed time or mileage at which your Genesis vehicle will require brake component replacement, as their longevity can be affected by climate, driving style, commute route, and several other factors.
Your Genesis vehicle is most likely equipped with a “Disc Brakes Wear Indicator” – check your Owner’s Manual – that will emit a high pitched warning sound from your front or rear brakes when your brake pads are worn and replacement will be required for safe and reliable performance.
There’s a good chance you’ll know it’s time to replace your brakes, so be sure to pay attention to how your Genesis vehicle handles, performs, and sounds and contact our Miami Genesis Service department at (786) 574-3099 to schedule your Genesis brake service.
Do Performance Genesis Brakes Need To Be Replaced More Often?
Performance driving, in general, can cause Genesis vehicle components to wear out more quickly, as shown by the optimal performance maintenance required on the cars of weekend racing enthusiasts, F1 cars, or high-speed drag racing vehicles. Those require more attention than a gently driven vehicle – something like the standard grandparent’s car that only goes to the grocery store and church.
Genesis vehicles are designed to perform at high levels and are built with quality components, but enthusiastic driving with lots of braking from high speed can wear out your brake components more quickly than conservative driving.
So, yes, it is possible that the performance brakes on your Genesis may need more frequent replacement if you drive safely and enthusiastically. There’s also the possibility your commute involves a lot of sitting in traffic and traveling at low speeds and that your performance brakes might last as long as any other vehicle.
Listen for that high-pitched noise suggesting it’s time to replace your brakes and, regardless of your driving style, remember that driving with worn brake pads can result in more costly repairs to your Genesis. (Your blog author avoided replacing his brakes for too long and ended up needing to replace his badly worn brake rotors on top of the brake pads. There were definitely interesting noises coming from the brakes before the swap!)
How Can I Maximize the Life of My Luxury Car Brakes?
Genesis designed your vehicle to perform at a tremendous level and proper usage and care of your Genesis will help guarantee you experience optimal performance and longevity of your Genesis luxury vehicle. Contact our Braman Genesis Service department if you have any questions, but here’s a breakdown of suggestions straight from the manufacturer on how to maximize your enjoyment of your braking system
- Be sure to respect your 600-mile Genesis brake system break-in period by avoiding hard stops when possible to allow the pads to properly seat, and to avoid braking from high speeds repeatedly.
- Brakes heat up during spirited driving, so be sure to avoid driving your Genesis vehicle through standing water, washing your car, or otherwise exposing your Genesis to water if you’ve been taking full advantage of your brakes.
- Don’t drive with your other foot resting on the brake pedal. It might seem comfortable, but that practice can heat up the brakes, cause excessive wear, and result in longer stopping distances.
- Remember your high-performance Genesis brake pads have characteristics that under normal driving conditions may produce squealing during low-speed braking, possibly accelerated wear on your brake rotors and pads, and the possibility of increased brake dust accumulation.
- Consider that your Genesis may be equipped with larger-than-usual brake rotors and multi-piston calipers which may squeal, groan, or squeak during operation. You may also notice the friction from use creating circles on your disc surface, which is a normal behavior.
If you have concerns about your Genesis, the Braman Genesis team is here to set your mind at ease. Contact our Miami Genesis Service department at (786) 574-3099 to speak with a Service Advisor and determine whether your Genesis needs an inspection.
You should immediately contact our Miami Genesis Service department team if you experience either of these two problems, as they could indicate a need for luxury car brake maintenance to remain safe and reliable:
- Continuous noises from the brake system while driving your Genesis
- Your steering wheel continuously shakes or vibrates when applying your brakes
Also, as we mentioned above, be sure to consult your Genesis Owner’s Manual for normal maintenance schedules for your brake pads, brake rotors, and brake fluid.
Trustworthy Luxury Car Brake Service in Miami
Are you due for a round of luxury car brake maintenance to ensure your Genesis is performing at its maximum capacity? Would you like to verify whether that particular squeak or groan you’re hearing is by design or possibly something that will require the attention of a trained Genesis technician? Do you have another concern with your Genesis that you’d like to discuss with one of the trained Service Advisors here at Braman Genesis?
Give the Braman Genesis Service team a call at (786) 574-3099, schedule an appointment online, or visit our Miami Genesis Service Center at 2060 NE 2nd Avenue in Miami. We look forward to showing you what happens when we combine the Braman and Genesis experiences!
