River Valley Auto
300 Northland Dr NE, ROCKFORD, MI 49341 616.866.4578

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Brake Rotor Problems

Disc brakes are called disc brakes because of the big metal disc – or rotor – that spins with the wheel.  The brake pads rub against the rotor to slow the vehicle.  In technical ...
Published on: Feb 13, 2023

Disc Brakes

Your brakes are extremely important as you drive around ROCKFORD, MI. Having good brakes just keeps you out of trouble. You'll want to carefully maintain your brakes. With disc brakes, brake...
Published on: Jul 21, 2022

Disc Brakes

Question:What are the signs that I need a brake job?River Valley Auto Answer:Signs of brake problems often fall into one of two categories for ROCKFORD : making noise or a pulsation in the brake pedal...
Published on: Apr 11, 2022

Disc Brakes

Your brakes are extremely important.  Having good brakes just keeps you out of trouble.  You’ll want to carefully maintain your brakes.  With disc brakes, brake pads rub on a disc...
Published on: Jul 29, 2019

Anti-lock Brakes Has Video

We rely on our brakes to safely slow and stop our vehicles. You’ve probably had the experience where you’ve slammed on your brakes and started to skid. When your wheels are locked up, you ...
Published on: May 12, 2019

Disc Brake Maintenance At River Valley Auto In ROCKFORD

Your vehicle weighs several thousand pounds and it takes a lot of force to bring it and your passengers to a safe stop – so everything needs to be in good working order. The wheel hub keeps you...
Published on: Feb 05, 2014