I am happy that with my driving patterns I am at about 25,000 without needing to change the brake pads (as of the end of January I am at 9/32 or .28), no squeaks either. I am planning on changing the brake fluid in 2020 at the recommended interval of 30,000 miles (probably when I have the motor oil changed).
Lifespan of your brakes based on average annual miles traveled via The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
Ascent maintenance manual
Brake pad wear limit
Front 0.063 (1.6)
Rear 0.059 (1.5) in (mm)
Lifespan of your brakes based on average annual miles traveled via The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
Age | Male | Female | Average | Average Lifespan of your Brake Pads (50,000 miles) |
16-19 | 8206 | 6873 | 7540 | 6.63 years |
20-34 | 17976 | 12004 | 14990 | 3.34 years |
35-54 | 18858 | 11464 | 15161 | 3.30 years |
55-64 | 15859 | 7780 | 11820 | 4.23 years |
65+ | 10304 | 4785 | 7545 | 6.63 years |
Average | 16550 | 10142 | 13346 | 3.75 years |
Ascent maintenance manual
Brake pad wear limit
Front 0.063 (1.6)
Rear 0.059 (1.5) in (mm)