Hello,
I have a 2006 Chevy Impala LT with 121,438 miles.
I recently had work done on my car back in December. I had the brake pads and rotors replaced, tire rotation and alignment, Oil filter adapter replaced, spark plug and wires, and also replaced the wheel bearings. I had to take the car back on April 18 because the brakes were squealing, the front driver was worse than the passenger. I was asked if I was a double peddler, I had replied no. Then I was asked if I had recently took a trip to the mountains again I replied no. The shop decided to replace the Pads and rotors and told me they could not find a reason why my brakes were getting overheated. Two days ago, being the second time driving the car since the replacement: I came to a stop and my car started to jerk/stutter. I checked the brake fluid and found that it was completely full almost to the cap. Not only that, behind the engine next to the firewall, there was an old spark plug wire that had been left behind. I have no idea what could be causing the problem or if any of the work done could have a part in making this a bigger issue, or possibly an improper installation. I’m reaching out for any information you could possibly give before I decide to take the car back. Thank You
The noise could be from cheap pads and failure to put a quieting compound on the pad backs. If brakes are overheating you could have dragging calipers.
They put ceramic pads on, I can’t tell if they are overheating yet because this is the second replacement. However, do you think it’s the reason for the jerking/ stuttering when I come to a stop? Also, how bad is it to have the brake fluid reservoir filled way passed the max fill line. Could it cause issues as well?
They put ceramic pads on
That's meaningless without knowing the manufacturer.
do you think it’s the reason for the jerking/ stuttering when I come to a stop?
Sticking calipers or cheap replacement parts could cause those symptoms.
how bad is it to have the brake fluid reservoir filled way passed the max fill line.
The shop probably didn't remove excess fluid when the new pads were installed. It shouldn't hurt anything, the level will drop as the pads wear, but you could remove the excess with a turkey baster.