Front brakes usually wear out more quickly than the rear brakes (which could either be disc or drum brakes), so they need to be changed more often. You need to change brake pads when they get too thin, especially if they begin to make a persistent metallic squeaking or grinding noise when you press the brake pedal. read more
This version of How to Change The Brake Pads in Your Car was reviewed by Jay Safford on November 12, 2015. read more