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What are the causes of warped brake rotors?

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What are the causes of warped brake rotors?

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Brake rotors play an important role in a car’s brake system. Properly functioning brake rotors provide smooth and effortless stopping. However, brake rotors can become warped, negatively affecting braking feel and, eventually, safety.FunctionProperly functioning brake rotors are machined from the factory to provide a smooth surface for the vehicle’s brake pads to grab onto when the brakes are applied. The friction that occurs between the pad and the rotor brings the vehicle to a stop. However, this friction can also cause the rotors to warp.Bad CalipersThe vehicle’s brake caliper squeezes the brake pad against the rotor. The caliper is designed to apply pressure to the pad in such a way that the force is distributed evenly across the pad and rotor. Faulty calipers may apply uneven pressure to the brake pad resulting in uneven (warped) wearing across the surface of the rotor.HeatBrake systems are designed to dissipate large amounts of heat. However, repeated high speed stops or “riding”

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