Brake Pad

[psyched]

hi,

Just done the 50000km servicing.

And TCM yet change the brake pad since day 1. It is a norm. The service advisor claim that it is within tolerance.

He say when you hear "screeeing" sound then change. Wow, like dat the metal will be scratched.

anyway what is the life span of the brake pad?

thks.

[latio79]

Wow, your brake pad so lasting..
During my 30k servicing at TC, the mech
changed my belt and brake pads...

That servicing alone cost me close to $450..
They also claimed there's a nail in one of my tyre
and patching job has to be done..

[psyched]

I am with the TCM NPMP so the deal is no charge on parts and labour cost.

What worry me is that they are saving the cost of changing parts. ( FOC for me.... saving for TCM )

If you are not in the NPMP package..... they suka suka ... say must change this and that parts. So you pay.

Anyway we are at their mercy .... must monitor the situation.

So can anybody give an indication on the life span of the brake pad?

thks.

[clarence]

It's really a miracle that your brake pads can last till 50,000km and still do NOT need replacement.

On a positive note, this proofs that Nissan uses excellent and durable brake pads that can last... probably... till 100,000km.   

But if you want peace of mind, perhaps you can get a 2nd opinion from an outside workshiop like Autosaver.

* Your NPMP package is valid till 50,000km or 2 1/2 yrs, whichever comes first. So even if you go back to Tan Chong again, they will not replace your brake pads for free as your mileage already exceeds 50,000km.

[detach8]

oh no....
50,000 quite ultimate.. usually 40,000 i have to change brake pads for most vehicles liao

[clarence]

Maybe Latio is using heavy duty brake pads? 

[detach8]

highly doubt so! the brake discs are smaller than usual for our size and weight car! means the brakes should wear faster?

[clarence]

Technically speaking, your brake pads should wear out faster in this instant, plus yours is auto, and not manual transmission, hence lesser engine brake and the brakes will have to work harder.

[rocket]

Wow, your brake pad so lasting..
During my 30k servicing at TC, the mech
changed my belt and brake pads...

That servicing alone cost me close to $450..
They also claimed there's a nail in one of my tyre
and patching job has to be done..

like this, you should go for NPMP, both belt and brake pads are covered, altogether $1k+.
My Latio CVT also 30k now, brake pads still very good, how come yours need to replace?
My last car corolla,  brake pads still can tahan 10-20k during 70k service

[psyched]

It's really a miracle that your brake pads can last till 50,000km and still do NOT need replacement.

On a positive note, this proofs that Nissan uses excellent and durable brake pads that can last... probably... till 100,000km.   

But if you want peace of mind, perhaps you can get a 2nd opinion from an outside workshiop like Autosaver.

* Your NPMP package is valid till 50,000km or 2 1/2 yrs, whichever comes first. So even if you go back to Tan Chong again, they will not replace your brake pads for free as your mileage already exceeds 50,000km.

Took up NPMP at 40000km.

Run through the history of servicing since day 1. No brake pads change though.

The service advisor say it is within tolerance guide of 2mm. So no neeed to change.

I guess when the brake make noise den go and change. hopefully it will not cause any damage.

[clarence]

The main concern is that by the time your brakes make noise and the brake calipers get in contact with your brake disc rotor, the rotor would be damaged.

But if your Latio is still under warranty, it should be fine as you can get your damaged brake disc rotor replaced for free.

[lyh1280]

Took up NPMP at 40000km.

Run through the history of servicing since day 1. No brake pads change though.

The service advisor say it is within tolerance guide of 2mm. So no neeed to change.

I guess when the brake make noise den go and change. hopefully it will not cause any damage.

Tink mine was changed 1st time at ~55K service, i m on NPMP also fr 40K.. don worry.. anyway, if u r not sure, u can actually stil c the thickness of the front brake pad.. agak2 not too thin la until the side metal indicator touch (dont know tt 1 call wat, but that's the 1 which will give the screeching sound once it touch it.) the brake disc.. if too thin, u can insist TC changed for u.. :)

[psyched]

Tink mine was changed 1st time at ~55K service, i m on NPMP also fr 40K.. don worry.. anyway, if u r not sure, u can actually stil c the thickness of the front brake pad.. agak2 not too thin la until the side metal indicator touch (dont know tt 1 call wat, but that's the 1 which will give the screeching sound once it touch it.) the brake disc.. if too thin, u can insist TC changed for u.. :)

Ok ... will monitor closely on this matter.

i thank you all who contribute on this matter.

have learn quite a bit.

[latio79]

like this, you should go for NPMP, both belt and brake pads are covered, altogether $1k+.
My Latio CVT also 30k now, brake pads still very good, how come yours need to replace?
My last car corolla,  brake pads still can tahan 10-20k during 70k service

Hi Bro, I did ask the counter lady whether for NPMP I need to pay for the parts. She said yes.. Thats why i did not go for the NPMP package.. Is it confirmed that for NPMP, all parts are included as well?
I thought wear and tear no free replacement..

I was also puzzled why my brake pads and belt worn off so fast..But to be on the safe side, I changed them as per recommended..

[lyh1280]

Hi Bro, I did ask the counter lady whether for NPMP I need to pay for the parts. She said yes.. Thats why i did not go for the NPMP package.. Is it confirmed that for NPMP, all parts are included as well?
I thought wear and tear no free replacement..

I was also puzzled why my brake pads and belt worn off so fast..But to be on the safe side, I changed them as per recommended..

Yes, brake pads and belts inclusive in the NPMP.. I hve mine changed under my NPMP, guess u got wrong info fr the person u asked.. go bang her table for passing u wrong info..

[rocket]

Hi Bro, I did ask the counter lady whether for NPMP I need to pay for the parts. She said yes.. Thats why i did not go for the NPMP package.. Is it confirmed that for NPMP, all parts are included as well?
I thought wear and tear no free replacement..

I was also puzzled why my brake pads and belt worn off so fast..But to be on the safe side, I changed them as per recommended..

not all parts are included, but  belt,  brake pads, bulbs, spark plugs are definitely included

[clarence]

Yes, brake pads and belts inclusive in the NPMP.. I hve mine changed under my NPMP, guess u got wrong info fr the person u asked.. go bang her table for passing u wrong info..

Oh My God! 

So I am not the only one to get into deep s.h.i.t. and being accused by 2 forumers for  "conveying wrong message and mis-leading here." through no fault of mine when the Service Advisor at Tan Chong Motors gave me the wrong information.

This goes to show that sometimes, it is better to get a 2nd opinion from outside workshops.

[lyh1280]

Oh My God! 

So I am not the only one to get into deep s.h.i.t. and being accused by 2 forumers for  "conveying wrong message and mis-leading here." through no fault of mine when the Service Advisor at Tan Chong Motors gave me the wrong information.

This goes to show that sometimes, it is better to get a 2nd opinion from outside workshops.

Bro,

relax la, sometime i tink mis-communication do happen, saw ur and the others comment, tink don hv to b so harsh, we r all here to share and learn.. cheers..

[latio79]

not all parts are included, but  belt,  brake pads, bulbs, spark plugs are definitely included

Damn, thanks for the info guys!!
I will complain to TC about this and insist to change my
servicing to NPMP which is alot more worthwhile!!

[latio79]

Yes, brake pads and belts inclusive in the NPMP.. I hve mine changed under my NPMP, guess u got wrong info fr the person u asked.. go bang her table for passing u wrong info..

Thanks for the info bro.
Just wish to update about my saga with TC.
After I found out from you wonderful guys about
the wrong info given by the lady, I immediately
gave my "feedback" to TC.

My SA just called and inform me that head office has agreed to
change my Package A to NPMP. I just need to make up the difference which comes up to around $720.

Its definitely more worthwhile as my remaining 3 servicing of C,A & B will definitely cost me >$720 without including costs of any spare parts charges if any in future.