Tech Tip: Avoid Expensive Comebacks by Refinishing Rotors the Right Way
The key steps during disc brake service include determining rotor refinishing or replacement, properly cleaning all brake components (including items such as hub, rotor and wheel mating surfaces), properly refinishing the rotor (if applicable), and properly reassembling the brake assembly using the proper tools and torque specification. Here are some tips to ensure a successful brake service and prevent vibration and brake noise.
Tech Feature: Brake Job on 2004-2008 Toyota Corolla
The 2004-2008 Toyota Corolla was one of the best selling vehicles in North America. The front brakes for all models are, for the most part, the same. The only changes came in the configuration of the brake pad shims. The Corolla was not subject to the unintended acceleration recalls for floor mats or gas pedal.
White Knight Wheel Accessories Offers Line of TPMS Products
White Knight Wheel Accessories supply any component needed to properly service a customer’s vehicle: replacement sensors (OEM, aftermarket or import), straps and brackets, TPMS valve stems, service kits and diagnostic tools.
Honda Tech Feature: Eliminating Brake Comebacks
The advent of ABS, and its integration into traction control and vehicle stability assist, make good work habits when servicing the brake
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Tech Feature: Special Tools for Steering and Suspension Work
Steering and suspension work, like engine repair or electrical diagnosis, often requires special tools for certain jobs.
BRAKE JOB: GM Acadia / Buick / Outlook / Enclave
The Lambda Platform is shared with the Chevrolet Traverse, Saturn Outlook, GMC Acadia and Buick Enclave. It is largely derived from the GM Epsilon platform, the same platform that makes the Chevrolet Malibu and Pontiac G6. These vehicles can be front- or all-wheel drive. All models have the same rear disc brake setup with the parking brake in the hat of the rotor. All Lambda platform vehicles incorporate Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) ABS and Stabilitrak electronic stability control.
Tech Tip: Rodeo Steering Wheel Vibration, Shimmy or Nibble
Some Rodeo owners may comment on the presence of steering wheel vibration or shimmy during vehicle operation at medium to high speed.
Tech Tip: GM Malibu, Alero and Grand Am Brake Creak When Brakes Applied
Some GM vehicle owners may comment on a creak-type noise when applying the brakes. It is usually heard only during slow speed braking.
Tech Feature: Nissan Brake and Suspension Repairs; Solving Noise Complaints
At first, you may not think brake and suspension systems are closely related. But when it comes to noise and vibration complaints, you don’t want to be looking at one without considering the other.