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By Mia
The brake pads seem to make strange noises often.
Have you ever experienced this?
Have you ever found out the reasons?
I only know these reasons:
Causes of noise
① Excessive wear of the brake disc causes noise.
② It is easy to form an oxide layer on the surface of brake disks in a humid environment. The change of the contact surface between the brake disc and the brake pad causes abnormal noise.
③ Due to the corrosion or stagnation of the caliper, the guide pin is not lubricated enough and cannot return efficiently, resulting in incomplete contact between the brake pad and the brake disk.
④ During the running-in period, the brake pads and brake disks are not running in enough. After hundreds of kilometers, the noise will be automatically eliminated.
⑤ On muddy roads, dirt and stones adhere between the brake pads and brake disks. In this case, noise is prone to be caused.
⑥ Brake noise is caused by brake pad formula.
And some understanding of whether the brake pads need to be replaced if abnormal noise occurs.
When should brake pads be replaced?
Brake pads generally need to be replaced after the vehicle has traveled approximately 60,000 kilometers. However, the warranty for KETULLA brake pads ranges from 30,000 to 50,000 kilometers, depending on driving habits and road conditions.
When the thickness of the brake pads approaches or falls below 0.3 centimeters, it’s time to replace them. If you hear friction noises when lightly pressing the brakes, immediate replacement is necessary. When the friction material thickness decreases to 8 millimeters, it’s advisable to inspect and possibly replace the brake pads. When the pad and steel plate thickness decreases to 3 millimeters, immediate replacement is recommended to avoid safety hazards.
The lifespan of brake pads typically falls between 30,000 to 50,000 kilometers, depending on driving habits and conditions. Warning signs for brake pad replacement include decreased braking performance, increased braking distances, and abnormal noises. Regular inspections are necessary to determine when brake pads need replacement.
New brake pads usually have a thickness of approximately 1 centimeter, with a usable limit of 3 millimeters. If brake pads are excessively worn, contaminated with oil, or show signs of abnormal wear or tearing, they should be replaced immediately. It’s essential to regularly check brake pad wear and replace them as needed. Replacement intervals may vary depending on the type of brake pads and driving conditions.
Regularly inspect the thickness of brake pads, and if worn to at least 1/4 inch, it’s time for replacement. The lifespan of brake pads depends on various factors, including driving style, vehicle type, and load conditions. Regular inspections are necessary to determine when replacement is needed.
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link hidden, please login to view announced the launch of a new passenger car motor oil – Red Diamond Ultimate. The company said the oil is formulated to fully meet the General Motors dexos1 Gen 3 specification among others but is also formulated to keep the oil cleaner for longer periods of time while improving performance, engine system protection, mileage and horsepower. In a news release announcing the new product, the company said Red Diamond Ultimate passenger car motor oil uses 100% Group III base oils and is infused with Hot Shot’s Secret’s proprietary FR3 Nano Technology. It is suited for both hybrid and internal combustion engines, especially small displacement, turbocharged GDI engines where it can protect against low-speed pre-ignition. The company added that Red Diamond protects against timing chain and valve wearing that often occurs and fights the formation of high temperature deposits that drain horsepower and fuel economy.
“We’re thrilled to offer passenger car motor oil and exclusively to our dealer network,” said
link hidden, please login to viewBrand Manager, Josh Steinmetz. “With three viscosities, we expect a lot of demand for this product given the compatibility for any vehicle where Dexos1 Gen 3 is specified. Also, it also exceeds API SM, SN and SN Plus and many of the Ford and Chrysler motor oil specs. Adding this oil to our lineup allows service centers to offer an outstanding oil to protect their customer’s vehicles.” Red Diamond Ultimate Motor Oil is available in three viscosity weights — 0W-20, 5W-20 and 5W-30 now and in three sizes — 5-gallon, 55-gallon and 330-gallon.
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South Korea’s
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Last year’s operating rate at HMMI was just 50.3%, showing that both demand and supply for Hyundai in the local market have grown rapidly in the past year.
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Hyundai Motor has committed to investing approximately $1.55 billion in HMMI by 2030. HMMI currently oversees the production of vehicles including the super-mini SUV Creta, compact multi-purpose vehicle Stargazer, mid-size SUV Santa Fe, and the award-winning electric vehicle IONIQ 5. Through May 31st of this year, HMMI has sold a total of 1,927,92 vehicles.
Hyundai also highlighted its electric vehicle battery production in Southeast Asia. The company established a joint cell factory with South Korean battery manufacturer LG Energy Solution in Karawang New Industry City, Indonesia, in June last year.
The joint venture, named HLI Green Power, began mass production of cells in April this year. Hyundai stated that the Kona Electric will be the first vehicle to feature cells produced in Southeast Asia. The company noted that this will make Hyundai the first automaker in Indonesia to have a complete production and sales chain for electric vehicles.
Hyundai sold 7,475 electric vehicles in Indonesia last year, accounting for 43.8% of the market and becoming the country’s largest electric vehicle seller. Hyundai stated that although it is leading in the electric vehicle market, Chinese electric vehicle brands are actively expanding their business in Indonesia and reiterated its plan to pay more attention to the ASEAN region.
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