Jeep Cherokee Brake Drums

Drum brakes used to be standard equipment in cars decades ago. Afterward, disk brakes became more popular in passenger vehicles. However, some vehicles such as the Jeep Cherokee are still equipped with drum brakes, at least in the rear, as such brakes have certain benefits over their disc counterparts. They operate quieter than disc brakes and usually are more preferred for a parking brake. But over time, the drums can go bad and interfere with the operation of the whole braking system putting your life at risk. Therefore, they must be replaced as soon as you can.

Exposed to heat and friction, brake drums wear out and need replacement over some time. It is vital to detect problems as soon as possible, so keep an eye on the operation of your vehicle. The faulty drums demonstrate certain signs; vibration in the pedal is one of the most common symptoms of severely worn-out brake drums. Other signs include scratching or scraping noises when the brake pedal is pressed and a loose parking brake. Any of these symptoms means that you have to inspect and probably replace brake drums. For top-notch replacement parts, browse our assortment of Jeep Cherokee brake drums.