Wheel alignment
Precise alignment: the car no longer pulls to one side and the tyres wear evenly.
Brake and suspension repairs in Tvrdošín
Your brakes and suspension decide whether the car stops in time and holds its line. We repair them on cars and vans up to 7.5 tonnes – from new brake pads to a complete axle overhaul.
What we repair on brakes and suspension
Brakes
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Brake pad and disc replacement (front and rear axle)
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Brake drum and shoe replacement
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Brake caliper repair and replacement, freeing seized guide pins
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Brake fluid change and brake bleeding
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Brake hoses and metal brake lines
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Manual and electric parking brake (service mode via diagnostics)
Suspension and axles
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Shock absorber and spring replacement
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Control arms, bushes, ball joints
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Anti-roll bar links and bushes
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Tie rods, tie rod ends and boots
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Wheel bearings and hubs
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Drive shafts and CV joints
After any work on the suspension or steering we recommend checking the wheel alignment – we can set it right here: Wheel alignment
When to have your brakes and suspension checked
Do not put off a visit if you notice any of these signs:
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Squealing or grinding when braking The pads are probably at their wear limit.
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Steering wheel shudders when braking Typically warped brake discs.
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The car pulls to one side when braking A seized caliper or unevenly worn brakes.
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A soft or sinking brake pedal Air in the system or a fluid leak.
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Brake or ABS warning light is on We read the fault code with diagnostics.
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Knocking and banging over bumps Worn ball joints, bushes, anti-roll bar links or shock absorbers.
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A hum that grows with speed Often a worn wheel bearing.
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The car rocks and “floats” in corners Tired shock absorbers.
Do not drive with a soft pedal
If the brake pedal sinks, leave the car where it is – we will come and get it: Pick-up and delivery
Brakes and suspension for vans and motorhomes
Vans and motorhomes often run close to their maximum permitted weight, so their brakes and suspension wear faster than a car’s. On the Fiat Ducato, Sprinter, Transit, Crafter or Iveco Daily we replace brakes, shock absorbers and wheel bearings.
We recommend having a motorhome checked before the season – brakes that stood all winter like to seize.
How a brake repair works
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Inspection
We lift the car, check the brakes on both axles and measure the thickness of the discs and pads.
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Explanation
We tell you what is worn and what needs replacing.
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Replacement
We always replace parts per axle – both sides at once, so the car brakes evenly.
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Test
Finally we test the brakes and hand the car back to you.
Quality parts that last
We use parts from proven manufacturers. If you wish, we can also fit original parts.
Frequently asked questions about brakes and suspension
How often do brake pads need replacing?
It depends on your driving style and the car, usually every 30,000 to 60,000 km. In Orava, with all the braking downhill, it tends to be sooner. We check pad thickness at every service.
Do the discs need replacing along with the pads?
Not always. If a disc is not below its minimum thickness and is neither warped nor deeply scored, it can stay. We measure it and tell you where it stands.
How often should brake fluid be changed?
Most manufacturers specify a change every 2 years. Brake fluid absorbs moisture, which lowers its boiling point, and the brakes can fail on a long descent.
How much does a brake replacement cost?
The price depends on the car and the parts. We first check the brakes and explain what needs replacing.
Can I drive when my brakes squeal?
For a short while, yes, but have them checked as soon as possible. If the brakes grind metal on metal, the pads are worn through and are destroying the disc – the repair then gets more expensive.
Do you also repair the suspension of vans and motorhomes?
Yes, we do brakes, shock absorbers, ball joints and bearings on vans, motorhomes and commercial vehicles up to 7.5 t too.