Nothing is more important to your vehicle than the ability to stop itself. If your Chevy Malibu brakes do not work when you need them, you could be involved in a serious accident. Fortunately, your Malibu brakes are not complicated, and you can learn to spot problems before they become bad and keep your brakes in good working order.

Basically, your Chevy Malibu brakes feature two different types of parts: frictional and hydraulic. The frictional components of your brakes are the metal discs known as brake rotors, and the lined metal plates called brake pads.

For hydraulic components, your Malibu brakes include brake lines, brake hose, a hydraulic fluid reservoir, a master cylinder, and brake calipers, which are small clamps used to bring your brake pads into contact with your rotors. If you notice a difference in the feel or the sound of your Chevy Malibu brakes, this typically means something is wrong and must be repaired. Squealing or squeaking brakes indicate worn brake pads, and if you ignore the squeaking sound long enough it will become a loud grating sound as the frictional pad lining is worn away, and your rotors begin scraping against the metal backing plate. If your brake pedal is hard or resistant to pressure, check your brake lines, power boosters, and calipers. Soft Malibu brakes usually mean a loss of hydraulic brake fluid, which can be caused either through use or by a leak in the master cylinder, hoses, or lines. We carry all the brakes and brake parts you need to repair your system and keep you safe on the road.You’ll enjoy our deep discount prices and fast, reliable shipping on all auto parts in our online catalogue.