BRAKELIGHT: September 1956
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How Regenerative Brakes Operate
Regenerative braking is a hybrid’s first choice for braking.
A hybrid vehicle is a different animal than many of us are used to seeing. After all, if the engine of a typical vehicle stalled out at a traffic light, the driver of that vehicle would know something was wrong with it. If that same vehicle still drove with the engine off, then that would mean they were probably going down hill. But, in the hybrid world, that is all normal. Systems around the vehicle are impacted by two key features:
Spotting Brake System Failures
The main culprit of friction material separation is typically corrosion.
10 Tips For Servicing Hydroboost Brake Units
Hydroboost brake systems are self-bleeding if there is no other problem in the system.
Brake Pad Errors and Mismatches
In order to make the right selection, you must do your homework while still remaining skeptical.
Axle Torque Procedures
Guessing the correct torque setting is a bad idea.
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What Do The Marketing Messages Mean?
Certain messages mean certain things – or not. When selecting automotive components, do your homework.
How to Address Brake Noise Issues
As a tech, you’re familiar with one of the most common reasons customers bring their vehicles into the shop: unpleasant noise emitted when they press down on the brake pedal. The key to managing brake noise is to first determine where it’s coming from and what could be causing it, which means checking several different
Top 10 Wheel Bearing Torque Tips
A torque wrench is an essential tool when it comes to installing wheel bearings. Here are the top 10 tips to remember.
Adjusting Parking Brakes
You should never estimate when it comes to parking brake adjustments.
