903-566-1027

Brake Repair in Tyler, TX

Squealing, grinding, a soft pedal or a pull to one side all mean your brakes need a look. We inspect the whole system, show you what we find and quote the brake repair before any work starts.

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Technician working on a front brake rotor and caliper at S & J Automotive
Photo from our shop on E 5th St.

What we handle

  • Brake inspections
  • Brake pad replacement
  • Brake rotor replacement
  • Caliper, hardware and brake fluid checks

All makes and models.

Signs it's time to come in

Tap one to request a quote.

How your quote is put together

Every repair is quoted after an honest inspection, and the quote is explained and approved by you before any work starts. Whether the job is pads alone or pads and rotors, the condition of the calipers and hardware, the parts grade you choose and the brake design on your vehicle all affect the quote.

  • Your vehicle

    Make, model, year and engine determine which parts fit and how the repair has to be done.

  • Parts choice and availability

    OEM or quality aftermarket, and what is in stock. We explain the options and the difference between them.

  • Labor time for your vehicle

    The same repair can take far longer on one vehicle than another, depending on what has to come apart to reach it.

  • What the inspection finds

    Related wear, such as rotors worn along with pads, can change the scope. We tell you what is urgent and what can wait.

  • Urgency

    How quickly you need the vehicle back can affect parts sourcing and scheduling.

Common questions

How do I know if I need pads, rotors or both?

Squealing often comes from the wear indicators built into the pads. Grinding, a pulsing pedal or a shaking steering wheel when you brake usually points to worn or warped rotors. An inspection measures both so you know exactly what is needed.

Why does my car pull to one side when I brake?

Common causes include a sticking caliper, a restricted brake hose or uneven pad wear. Tires and suspension can cause a pull too, which is why we inspect before we quote.

Does brake fluid need to be changed?

Brake fluid absorbs moisture over time, which lowers its boiling point and can lead to corrosion inside the system. Many manufacturers list a replacement interval in the owner's manual, and we check its condition during a brake inspection.

Related repairs

While your car is in for brakes, it is a good time to catch up on oil changes or other tune-ups & maintenance. If the rattle you hear underneath is not coming from the brakes, it may be a loose heat shield or hanger, which falls under exhaust & muffler repair.

From "something's off" to fixed.

  1. 1

    Tell us what's happening

    Pick a symptom, request a quote or call. A noise, a light, a smell: every detail helps.

  2. 2

    We inspect and diagnose

    Hands-on inspection and scan-tool diagnostics to find the real cause, on all makes and models.

  3. 3

    You approve, we repair

    We explain what we found and what the repair will cost. Work starts only after you say yes.

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The S & J Automotive shop and road sign at 3055 E 5th St in Tyler, Texas

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S & J Automotive
3055 E 5th St, Tyler, TX 75701
(903) 566-1027
Monday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
SundayClosed

Serving Tyler, TX and surrounding areas.

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