Nissan Brake Rotor Resurfacing
in St. Louis, MO

What is Brake Rotor Resurfacing?

During a Nissan brake rotor resurfacing service, one of our factory-trained technicians a specialized piece of equipment known as a brake lathe to remove a minuscule fraction of the rotor’s surface to eliminate accumulated corrosion and brake pad deposits. Doing a resurfacing makes the surface smooth and may help to eliminate vibrations that occur when braking your Nissan.

Nissan Brake Rotor Resurface Recommendations

Per Nissan, a brake rotor must meet minimum thickness specifications to ensure it is safe to operate. As a result, brake resurfacing can only be done if the brakes can meet the minimum thickness required to safely operate when the procedure is finished. Additionally, the rotor must be free of damage and cannot be cracked or warped. If it is, then you’ll need to replace the brake rotor before doing any surfacing. As you can likely tell, knowing if your brake rotors can be resurfaced is a little daunting and you’ll want the help of an expert to decide. At Suntrup Nissan in St. Louis, MO, our talented team of knowledgeable Nissan professionals knows each model inside and out.

When Should Nissan Brake Rotors Be Replaced

For Nissan-specific recommendations, refer to your owner’s manual, but as a general rule of thumb a brake rotor is designed to last up to 70,000 miles. However, a number of factors can cause the lifespan to vary, including how frequently you do hard stops and the type of brake pad being used. If you notice that your vehicle is not stopping appropriately, is vibrating when the brakes are applied, or emitting a grinding noise when stopping, you’ll want to have your brakes checked. Generally, rotors wear at the same speed on the left and right brakes so typically both are replaced at the same time.