There are many components involved in your vehicle’s disc braking system, including brake lines, brake hose, a master cylinder, brake calipers, brake rotors, and brake pads. You will find a pair of Chevrolet Cobalt brake pads flanking each of your brake rotors. The purpose of your Cobalt brake pads is to work with your rotors to generate the friction that your vehicle uses to come to a complete and controlled stop.

Your brake pads consist of a thick frictional lining that is mounted onto a metal backing plate with either glue or rivets. Each time you engage your brake pedal, your brake calipers move inward to bring your Chevrolet Cobalt brake pads into contact with the metal discs of your brake rotors.

The lining of the brake pads grinds against the rotors to stop your vehicle. Of course, over time your Cobalt brake pads are going to wear down through normal use. If you have metallic brake pads installed, they will typically last longer and provide better stopping power than the non-metallic variety. However, metallic brake pads are more expensive and will wear down your rotors faster. Most vehicles have soft Chevrolet Cobalt brake pads installed, which are less expensive and not as hard on your brake rotors. It is important to realize that your brake pads must be changed when the lining falls to between an eighth and a quarter of an inch in thickness. You can find the Cobalt brake pads you need in our vast online catalogue, in stock and ready to ship to your door.Order through our secure online server, or call our toll-free customer service number to speak with our knowledgeable staff.