Toyota Brake Repair near West Des Moines, IA
As an element of safety and peace of mind, our Service Department here at Toyota of Des Moines is dedicated to brake inspections and repairs. If you have heard some unusual noises while stopping or it’s simply been a while since your Toyota’s brake system was checked, head over to see us during any of our convenient service hours!
Braking System Overview
A brake repair can include different services or replacements depending on what is needed for your specific vehicle. Whether you drive a RAV4, Tacoma, Sienna, Camry, or a Prius, your model has a braking system with several key components. The brake pads are what is most commonly replaced, since they get worn down first with the act of applying pressure to stop the vehicle. The goal of the pads is to protect the rotors or discs. If you have been driving on worn brake pads or have a high mileage vehicle, the rotors or discs may also need to be replaced. Another high-mileage part that could require attention is the brake caliper. The braking system also requires braking fluid, which is why a brake inspection or repair will also involve checking the condition of the fluid as well as the brake lines and hoses that the fluid flows through.
When Should You Schedule a Brake Repair?
Always refer to your Toyota Owner’s Manual for a specific timeline regarding brake service, but it’s a good idea to have your vehicle looked at by a certified Toyota technician every six to eight months. A tire rotation is a great time to inspect the brake system since the wheels are removed, so our team will often provide a status of your brakes when you come in for a tire rotation. If the brake pad measures at 4-6 millimeters a replacement is not immediately required, but should be scheduled soon. At 3 millimeters or less we will recommend that the brake pads be replaced that day. The good news is that at Toyota of Des Moines we have a full selection of Genuine Toyota brake pads in stock and provide expert installation while you relax in our customer lounge.
Express Service and Discounts
Located in Grimes, IA, our service center is less than 20 minutes away for customers who live or work in West Des Moines. If you’ve noticed a grinding or high-pitched noise when stopping at a traffic light, give us a call or fill out our online form to schedule a brake repair appointment during our Monday through Saturday hours. We also offer Express Service with no appointment needed if you simply would like our team to do a brake inspection – ideal if you are planning a road trip in the near future! And finally, don’t forget to check out current service specials to see if we are offering any coupons or discounts on brake-related services.
Brake Warning Signs
- Squaling or scaping noise
- Vibration when you press the brake pedal
- Fluid leaking under the vehicle near the wheels
- Taking longer to stop than usual during dry conditions
- Having to press the brake pedal all the way to floor
Dealership Information
Testimonials
Very good to work with.
Happy with everyone we dealt with & appreciate the video
“ Happy with everyone we dealt with & appreciate the video so we can actually see the service ”
Courteous & fast reliable service We appreciate being
“ Courteous & fast reliable service We appreciate being able to watch the tech while the service is being done ”
La información muy clara La persona fue clara y amable y
“ La información muy clara La persona fue clara y amable y me explicó de los problemas de mi carro y como lo arreglarían y lo que pronto voy a necesitar gracias ”
Great.
“ Great. Quick. Thorough. I got in right on time. I love the free car wash coupon. ”
Great.
“ Great. Quick. Thorough. I got in right on time. I love the free car wash coupon. ”
Quick, relaxing, and informative with the service video.
“ Quick, relaxing, and informative with the service video. Plenty of seating and coffee while I waited. ”
Love the espresso and the fast service!
“ Love the espresso and the fast service! The tech was very nice and courteous Love getting the video ”
They have been reliable, never overselling or upselling.
“ They have been reliable, never overselling or upselling. This time, I arrived early for my appointment, and they got me out before my appointment was supposed to start. Excellent! Will I buy my next car at Toyota of Des Moines? If it’s a Toyota, yes. ”
Love that I can pay while sitting in the waiting room.
“ Love that I can pay while sitting in the waiting room. How easy can it gat? ”
Eli was a great salesperson to work with.
“ Eli was a great salesperson to work with. Great communicator, patient and represented Toyota RAV4 well! ”
Always prompt and efficient and polite and informative
“ Always prompt and efficient and polite and informative and responsive to all concerns Efficient accommodating ”
I had an appt at 2:00 pm.
“ I had an appt at 2:00 pm. I was an hour early. It was seamless dropping off my vehicle it only took about an hour and a half to fix the problem. Ian was in contact with me the whole time letting me know what the problem was and what caused it,,, and it was helpful he let me know right up front how much it was going to cost. The 4 Runner is my first New Vehicle I have bought I love it and care a lot about keeping it in good shape. ”
I always have a good experience with the service
“ I always have a good experience with the service department at this location. Estimated times are always accurate. ”
Love the oil change and tire rotation, and the video
“ Love the oil change and tire rotation, and the video feature is so cool! I love the fact that they're measuring my tires and I am budgeting to save up so that I can get new tires, when I need them next. Same thing with the brakes. ”
I was amazed how quick they got me in and how fast they
“ I was amazed how quick they got me in and how fast they replaced the battery and completed a recall. ”
Excellent service!
“ Excellent service! Wish I didn’t have to go back for placement of the broken part. Everyone is wonderful about this place but is so expensive. ”
Very easy and simple Very easy and simple to work with.
“ Very easy and simple Very easy and simple to work with. Have worked with him in the past and it's been really well every time ”
I was impressed by the stress free atmosphere of this
“ I was impressed by the stress free atmosphere of this dealership. This was by far the best buying experience I have had. ”
“ We couldn’t have been happier with our experience working with Eli Walters at Toyota of Des Moines. He was incredibly easy to work with, patient, and informative throughout the entire process. Eli took the time to make sure all of our questions were answered and never made us feel pressured. Although we ultimately decided not to purchase the vehicle (a personal choice that had nothing to do with Eli), I still felt compelled to write this review because our experience with him was so positive. If you’re looking for someone knowledgeable, professional, and genuinely helpful, I highly recommend asking for Eli! ”
Steve was great, he let me know a vehicle was available
“ Steve was great, he let me know a vehicle was available and offered me the opportunity to test drive it. Following the test drive he answered all our questions and explained next steps if we were interested in purchasing. He allowed us time to talk and respond to him and worked with us to coordinate schedules to final the deal and pick up the vehicle. ”
Always so customer oriented and friendly?
“ Always so customer oriented and friendly?? Toyota is all about customer service and so helpful ”
Good explanation of pre-purchase inspection results He
“ Good explanation of pre-purchase inspection results He was able to answer all my questions Thank you ”
Very good and streamlined and did not have much wait
“ Very good and streamlined and did not have much wait time. I am glad the video services being done and explain what they are doing ”
Efficient courteous professional I wouid recommend buying
“ Efficient courteous professional I wouid recommend buying and having their car Serviced there Very good ”
On time, highly professional, love the video it was nice
“ On time, highly professional, love the video it was nice having an explanation for everything. Kind, caring, thoughtful of time ”
Thorough checkup.
“ Thorough checkup. Discovered a front strut needs replaced, so will be back for that. Chris found that it is covered by our warranty so that is great! ”
Quick service, great video provided of the inspection of
“ Quick service, great video provided of the inspection of the tires, brakes, filters, fluid levels. ”
Outstanding!
“ Outstanding! The splash pan came loose and was hanging down. Toyota was able to get me in the same day I called. I was totally blown away after they fixed it because they used the words - “no charge”. Toyota of Des Moines consistently exceeds expectations. Thanks Ian and Terry for your help. ”
It was my first visit for service.
“ It was my first visit for service. I had questions that I didn't feel were being answered; I asked to see the service manager. Both came out to hear my concerns. I was very satisfied with the service manager's response to my concerns. I checked in with my salesman; he was very responsive! ”
Explained everything.
“ Explained everything. Very friendly. Good communication thought txts. Gave all important information. Helped with writing a check ”
The service was done Professionally and the young man who
“ The service was done Professionally and the young man who assisted me was very courteous . I will recommend Toyota of Des Moines. ”
The experience was very good.
“ The experience was very good. They explained everything to me very well. The appt was started on time and the work was completed much quicker than expected. ”
Great experience but too many surveys My only complaint
“ Great experience but too many surveys My only complaint is that you wont leave me alone about surveys. ”
I'm very thankful for the overall kindness and care that
“ I'm very thankful for the overall kindness and care that was given in addition to the hard work it took to get financing for me. ”
I was able to drop it off and they had it completed
“ I was able to drop it off and they had it completed before 3. Great job ”
Best car buying experience I've ever had and I buy/lease
“ Best car buying experience I've ever had and I buy/lease a new car apx every 2-3 years. Also, this dealership's attention to detail, from the car buying process to the personal delivery tutorial I received. I am now a Toyota buyer for life! ”
I had an appointment for regular maintenance on my RAV4.
“ I had an appointment for regular maintenance on my RAV4. The service techs were efficient and helpful. Terry (I think that's who it was) went over my oil change record/schedule with me. Also, the complimentary coffee while I waited was a huge plus. ”
Well done and so efficient.
“ Well done and so efficient. I like getting the video inspection. In and out in just over 30 minutes. ”
Why do I get multiples of these texts after I have
“ Why do I get multiples of these texts after I have already completed one? It is spam and not appreciated. ”
Had a great experience with Derek.
“ Had a great experience with Derek. He was informative, helpful and never pushy. Would recommend ”
Had a great experience with Derek.
“ Had a great experience with Derek. He was informative, helpful and never pushy. Would recommend ”
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“ Na Na na na na na na na na na na nana na na na na na na ”
I wish I was provided a written estimate for the quote I
“ I wish I was provided a written estimate for the quote I asked for instead of a conversation ”
Staff was nice and friendly.
“ Staff was nice and friendly. Eric Hippen was easy to work and negotiate pricing with after seeing some scratches that my new 4 Runner received as it was transported to the dealership. ”
If I could give Justin a worse score I would.
“ If I could give Justin a worse score I would. I had at least two bad interactions where Justin had dismissed my concerns. But one time I confronted him after he dismissed my concerns again. Two weeks later coming back in for the concerns I had expressed he again proved that his customer service skills had not improved and AGAIN dismissed my concerns. If I decide to use Toyota of Des Moines in the future, I will purposely ask to not have Justin. Even after my 10/10 bad experience with Justin, Brock came in and really turned the experience around. He listened to my concerns and explained them to me. He went above and beyond what he needed to do. So thank you Brock. ”
The young man that drove my car into the garage has no
“ The young man that drove my car into the garage has no respect for vehicles. Drove like a maniac, slammed on his brakes twice and then took off super fast. Just silliness. ”
No issue other than trying to sell me a 20$ cabin filter
“ No issue other than trying to sell me a 20$ cabin filter for 70$. That’s an outrageous ripoff. Went to auto parts store and bought a k&n lifetime filter for 50$. Probably going to get my oil changed somewhere else from now on… ”
Had my car towed to Toyota on a Monday.
“ Had my car towed to Toyota on a Monday. I had Tuesday off from work - waiting for a call all day. I finally called at 4:30 pm car still not looked at was told next appointment opening was next Monday!? So I have no car and I needed to get to work and expecting a grandbaby any day! Thursday I finally get a call with what needs to be done which was a lot for a 2004 car. Had Friday off so I was planning to figure things out the next day? No one told me it was drivable (which it was) so I'm thinking probably need to get a new car?? I had to work till 9 pm on Thursday (had to find a ride) and grandbaby on the way (had to find a ride to the hospital) spent all night at the hospital and all day Friday. Called Toyota to plead for a loaner so I could get to work and be mobile the answer was "no" if you are trying to sell cars that is not the way to do it! So I rented a car because I needed to get to work Saturday, Sunday, and Monday 300 dollars and I owe Toyota 500 for just looking at the car! I had Tuesday off so I called Monday to see what needed to be fixed to make it drivable so I could get it home or to another dealership! That's when they told me it was drivable!?!? Seriously!! That would of been nice to know 4 days ago!! Only help I got was a ride to Toyota to pay my bill! I told them, when paying my bill, that it would of been nice to know my car was drivable because I rented a car! No "I'm sorry" nothing! ”
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“ Very good to work with. Todd did a great job knowing and finding what would be best for me. Thank you so much. ”