Brake Pad Replacement near Burlington, VT

Brake Pad Replacement near Burlington, VT

When you bring your Toyota to a halt on Main Street, you engage many parts of the brake system, one of which are the brake pads. If they are worn out, you won’t be able to decelerate as well on the streets of Burlington, which is why we perform brake pad replacements at Heritage Toyota! Visit our Service Department today.

Brake Pad Overview

If you look closely at the wheels of your vehicle, you’ll see that the caliper mounted onto the rotor conceals a thin block that’s visible through an opening. This is the brake pad. Commonly seen on vehicles equipped with disc brakes as opposed to drum brakes, it is forced toward the rotor by the caliper when you press down on the brake pedal, applying the friction necessary for your wheels to eventually stop spinning. Because this process involves a great amount of heat and abrasion, brake pads are made of material that is resistant to degradation under such duress that can largely be categorized into four types, which are metallic, ceramic, semi-metallic, and organic. As you would expect, they wear down over time, requiring replacement for safe vehicle operation.

Warning Signs

The following warning signs are good indicators that your brake pads are on their last leg, so if you are experiencing them, visit our dealership right away for a service appointment. When the friction material of brake pads wear out, the steel backing underneath becomes bare, coming into direct contact with the rotor. This metal-to-metal friction can cause excessive noise when you’re stepping on the brake pedal, such as squealing, screeching, and grinding. When this happens, you’ll also feel that your car is taking longer to decelerate, causing you worry about a potential fender bender on Willard Street. Vibration while braking and an illuminated brake pad indicator light are other telltale signs you need service.

The Replacement Process

When you come into our Service Department for a brake pad replacement, our technicians will get down to business by first taking the tires off the wheels. This is to ensure that parts can be inspected closely for wear and tear. Depending on the thickness of the pads on the wheels, one or more replacements may be recommended. Typically, a measurement of seven millimeters or above is considered good, while three millimeters or below is cause for immediate concern. By bringing your RAV4 or Camry to us, you can be confident in the fact that you are getting genuine OEM parts installed on your vehicle. Unlike aftermarket components, these are tested and approved by the manufacturer for fitment and functionality. Are you ready to schedule your appointment? Then do so online instead of picking up the phone!

What Are the Different Types of Brake Pads?

  • Metallic
  • Ceramic
  • Semi-metallic
  • Organic

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Testimonials

Betty Koshinsky
Betty Koshinsky
GOOGLE
6-8-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Our sales rep Lindsey was simply outstanding! The entire team made us feel welcomed and valued our business. Have done business with the Heritage dealership for more than a decade now, and this team is hands-down the best at finding the right vehicle for the customer, and ensuring the customer experience goes above and beyond the expected. Five stars, well-deserved!!!

Ryan was great to work with.

toyotasonly
DEALERRATER
6-8-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Ryan was great to work with. Appreciate him listening to my needs and considering multiple approaches to getting my car replaced. Thanks Ryan!

Lindsey was great!

jpfalsgraf
DEALERRATER
6-7-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Lindsey was great! She was knowledgeable and professional while being personable and a joy to work with. We bought our first electric vehicle from her in part because she was able to answer all of our questions about the 2026 bz.

Tom was so great to work with.

LHP
DEALERRATER
6-6-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Tom was so great to work with. He was personable and listened to our needs. He was knowledgeable but not pushy. Purchasing a car through him was a great, easy experience!

Friendly people at Heritage and the car I received was

TGod
DEALERRATER
6-6-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Friendly people at Heritage and the car I received was perfectly cleaned, detailed and ready to go. Brian was easy to talk to, he answered all my questions and communicated as needed without too much pressure.

Lucas Erler
Lucas Erler
GOOGLE
6-6-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Walked in off the street and left with a great car. Daniel was down to earth and easy to work with. No pushy vibes, overall great experience

Sandra Crocker
Sandra Crocker
GOOGLE
6-5-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

I recently traded in my 2012 Prius for a new 2026 Prius and I couldn’t be more pleased with both my new Prius and the overall experience dealing with the Heritage sales team. I offer a special shout out to Colby Mason, my sales representative, who has worked with me throughout this process to ensure I am well informed and completely satisfied with my purchase. Following the sale, he continues to be readily available to answer all my questions as I master the various features of my new Prius. This personal touch is proving invaluable to me (an older, technologically challenged driver).

Liz Cornelio
Liz Cornelio
GOOGLE
6-4-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star
Rudy Spannaus
Rudy Spannaus
GOOGLE
6-4-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

My new RAV4 is the third vehicle that I have leased through Daniel P. and the team at Heritage. Their professionalism, courtesy, and friendliness are unparalleled. Many thanks to all!

I highly recommend Joe to anyone looking for a

junoctdec
DEALERRATER
6-4-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

I highly recommend Joe to anyone looking for a stress-free car-buying experience. Thank you for making the purchase of my new Corolla so easy and positive!

Phyllis Stambolian
Phyllis Stambolian
GOOGLE
6-4-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Great customer service and cars

Fran Cook
Fran Cook
GOOGLE
6-3-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Very helpful sales rep (Ryan). No pressure. Helped us figure out the best fit for us for vehicle choice and financing options. We made our best choice and went home that evening with our new truck. Financing bro (Matt) also helpful and efficient. Overall a great experience.

Amrey Ferrario
Amrey Ferrario
GOOGLE
6-3-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star
Nathan Partington
Nathan Partington
GOOGLE
6-1-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

We were very pleased with Lindsey!! She really was fantastic and working with her was enjoyable. She answered all of our questions quickly and clearly., and was even flexible with our availability, which was priceless. We would highly recommend her as well as Heritage Toyota to anyone. Thanks again for everything, we love our new Highlander!

The dealership was patient and flexible with our search

VermontDan
DEALERRATER
6-1-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

The dealership was patient and flexible with our search for a new vehicle and found one that we wanted. Our salesperson, Joe Mount, was phenomenal. He was straight forward and provided pros and cons to different options, colors, etc. He kept in touch throughout the process in just the right amount. Joe knows what he is doing which is so beneficial with selecting the right vehicle for us.

Kevin Burbank
Kevin Burbank
GOOGLE
5-31-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Had a very pleasant buying experience.

VTBKRDS
DEALERRATER
5-30-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Had a very pleasant buying experience. Lindsey was fun to work with. Zero pressure and very knowledgeable. Totally would recommend her to anyone looking to purchase a vehicle that's even dealer gun shy. Finance manager, Matt Messenger, was easy to work with also. Very happy with the Heritage team. Honorable mention to the internet team also. My late night site searching was promptly responded to , to get the ball rolling on my, search, find, and ultimately purchase, adventure. Sadly I had deleted the correspondence with the names. But thank you. You guys deserve 5 stars too.

Lindsey was great to work with!

vtstitch
DEALERRATER
5-30-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Lindsey was great to work with! She is very knowledgeable and kept us updated as we waited for our new Rave 4. The whole transaction was great! Lindsey is a wonderful asset to your team at Heritage Toyota!

We enjoyed our experience working with Rob, what a

DeBedouts
DEALERRATER
5-30-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

We enjoyed our experience working with Rob, what a genuinely nice and friendly person. It was very easy to communicate with him during the process and we did not feel pressured!

I would highly recommend Heritage Toyota in South

maryfnorthrup
DEALERRATER
5-30-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

I would highly recommend Heritage Toyota in South Burlington. Joe Cornelio was very helpful and made me feel welcome. I bought a Toyota Corolla from them and Joe made the whole process stress free and enjoyable. He and the finance manager Chris Ferguson didn't try to push me into buying extras that I couldn't afford.

Great experience buying a car from Caroline.

tycallister5
DEALERRATER
5-30-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Great experience buying a car from Caroline. She was very responsive, respectful and easy to work with. Her communication was amazing and made the process very easy from start to finish.

Mary Northrup
Mary Northrup
GOOGLE
5-29-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

A huge shout out to Joe Cornelio for helping me purchase my 2023 Toyota Corolla. He was friendly and patient while I waited for my insurance money. He was very helpful and made the whole experience stress free. Also, a quick thank you to Chris Ferguson for his help as well.

Heritage is a great dealership to deal with.

Krburbank
DEALERRATER
5-29-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Heritage is a great dealership to deal with. No pressure to buy and easy to negotiate with. Brian was incredible and very easy and understanding to work with. He is also very patient as well..

Marshall Brown
Marshall Brown
GOOGLE
5-28-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star
Cathy Gratton
Cathy Gratton
GOOGLE
5-28-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Everyone here is very friendly and very patient for you to make a decision They’re not pushy They’re willing to help you out Yes, I would recommend them

Heather MacDonald
Heather MacDonald
GOOGLE
5-27-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

The entire staff was super friendly and we did not feel pressured to make a purchase. Our salesman was personable and organized. This was a positive experience and I am inclined to purchase my next car at Heritage as well.

Mary N.
YELP
5-27-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star
Cindy Tillotson
Cindy Tillotson
GOOGLE
5-26-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Having bought so many cars over the decades, we find Joe

causer_wager2h
DEALERRATER
5-25-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Having bought so many cars over the decades, we find Joe Cornelio is the best we’ve had. Ever. Kind, knowledgeable, efficient, energetic, respectful and competent. We will be buying Toyotas from Joe for years to come. Highly highly recommend him.

Lindsey was prompt, knowledgeable and great to work with!

caralynncas
DEALERRATER
5-24-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Lindsey was prompt, knowledgeable and great to work with! She came in on her day off to help meet our needs!!!

Eric “ee67” Emanuel
Eric “ee67” Emanuel
GOOGLE
5-23-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star
Aiden Brace
Aiden Brace
GOOGLE
5-23-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Awesome Service across the board!!

Colleen Gallagher
Colleen Gallagher
GOOGLE
5-23-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Tom was great to work with. Not pushy at all and listened to what I wanted.

Peter K Lourie
Peter K Lourie
GOOGLE
5-23-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Joe Cornelio is your guy. No pressure, energetic, knowledgeable, efficient, personable. Made buying a car a breeze.

Thank you Ryan for helping my granddaughter and me in

ahull3277
DEALERRATER
5-23-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Thank you Ryan for helping my granddaughter and me in finding a safe car. You were very helpful and informative and a pleasure to work with. I certainly will keep you in mind in 3 years when I trade my present car.

Everything went very smoothly.

skline2959
DEALERRATER
5-23-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Everything went very smoothly. Lindsey was wonderful to work with. Very knowledgeable, friendly and responsive. We had a great experience.

Kelly Andrews
Kelly Andrews
GOOGLE
5-23-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star
Koko Anglo
Koko Anglo
GOOGLE
5-21-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star
Colin Naples
Colin Naples
GOOGLE
5-21-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star
Nicole Phelps
Nicole Phelps
GOOGLE
5-20-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Happy to be a repeat customer at Heritage Toyota! This time, I was working with Rob, and he did a great job making the process straightforward and efficient. Thanks!

Courtney Ledger
Courtney Ledger
GOOGLE
5-18-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star
Steve Bradshaw
Steve Bradshaw
GOOGLE
5-18-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Heritage Toyota was absolutely fantastic from start to finish. They worked hard to get me in the car I was looking for at the best price possible. Absolutely a 10/10 experience. You don't get customer service experiences like Heritage Toyota anymore. It's so rare that they stand out way above the competition. I shared with one of the finance managers that even if I had not secured a car with Heritage, the customer service they delivered was second to none.

Lindsey is absolutely terrific!

Vermontkm
DEALERRATER
5-18-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Lindsey is absolutely terrific!! She was earnest, forthright and wanted to educate me on the best decision for my car needs. You won’t find a more honest straightforward kind knowledgeable person anywhere. I am so grateful I had the chance to meet and work with Lindsey!!

Lindsey Rendall was terrific!

lauraneed
DEALERRATER
5-17-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Lindsey Rendall was terrific! This is the second car we have purchased through her and our experience was easy breezy. She found us exactly what we wanted and made the whole process completely painless.

Chen Jason
Chen Jason
GOOGLE
5-17-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star
Brian Hines
Brian Hines
GOOGLE
5-15-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Great and easy experience with Tom Shaw at Heritage Toyota. I had a car and general price in mind and we worked through it in a very conversational manner. I never felt pressured to buy instead, we both wanted to make a fair deal happen. Great experience.

Erin QJones
Erin QJones
GOOGLE
5-15-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Three of my family members have bought vehicles from this dealership.

Cindy Dodds
Cindy Dodds
GOOGLE
5-13-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star

Heritage Sales Team is outstanding

I purchased my first car here!

Taylorminer98
DEALERRATER
6-6-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Empty Star

I purchased my first car here! Huge shoutout to Adam Safford. He answered all my questions, even the obscure ones, with patience and kindness. I was nervous about the process, but they made it very easy and straightforward.

Trista Acebo
Trista Acebo
GOOGLE
6-5-2026
Full Star Full Star Full Star Full Star Empty Star

Working with Lexi and Antony to get my first car was amazing!

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