Dodge Grand Caravan brake pads play an essential role in the brake system, helping to produce friction, which is the force that brings your vehicle to a stop. Part of the assembly of brake components positioned at each wheel of the vehicle, brake pads are operated by the brake calipers, which use pistons to move pairs of brake pads into contact with the brake disc when the brakes are applied. Coated with a friction compound that aids in their grip, the brake pads squeeze the brake disc tightly between them to produce friction.

The friction produced by this process works against the momentum of the wheels to bring them to a stop. With every application of the brakes, the brake pads wear away a bit of their friction lining, making their periodic replacement necessary.

Should this simple maintenance be neglected, the brake pads can cause damage to the brake disc as their lining wears excessively thin, cutting grooves into its smooth contact surfaces. The recommended replacement intervals for brake pads can vary widely, depending upon the type of brake pads installed on your vehicle and their manufacturer. Most Dodge Grand Caravan brake pads are equipped with a wear sensor, which will alert the driver to the need for replacement brake pads by producing a squealing sound when the friction lining grows thin. We carry a great selection of quality brake pad replacements in our online catalog, at prices that will meet or beat those of our competitors for the same part.Our secure site will make ordering quick and easy or you can dial our toll-free phone line to order your Dodge Grand Caravan brake pads with the help of our knowledgeable and courteous customer service staff.