Volkswagen Jetta A5/MK5 Brake Job
The A5, or MK5, Jetta is one of the most common Volkswagens on the road. The brake system does not differ greatly from the previous platform, but it does have a few quirks.
Chevrolet Trailblazer 2002-2009 Brake Job
The Chevrolet Trailblazer is based on the GMT 360. While its brake system is not groundbreaking by any means, there are some intricacies that technicians should be aware of on this common platform.
Purging Air From Hydraulic Clutch Systems
Replacing a clutch bearing on a Ford Ranger, Explorer, Navajo or F-Series truck generally completes the repair with no further replacement parts needed. However, master cylinders may need to be replaced, which could result in air getting into the system. This tech tip describes a common method to remove the air from a standard hydraulic clutch system.
Toyota Scion TC Brake Job (2005-2010)
The Toyota Scion TC is a bit of an anomaly in the Toyota fleet. The TC shares its platform with the Avensis, which was not sold in the U.S., and some brake components with the Corolla and the Camry. There are no brake-specific TSBs or recalls for the 2005-‘10 TC. The replacement of the pads
Sprinter Van Brake Maintenance
The Dodge/Mercedes-Benz/Freightliner Sprinter is not a huge seller when compared to other fleet vehicles. But, it has gained a solid following because of its huge internal cargo capacity and fuel-efficient engines. The brakes are very conventional, but require special attention for the ABS and pad sensors.
Regenerative Braking Service
Regenerative braking is nothing new, it’s been around just about as long as there have been electric trolley cars and electric trains. The difference is that the car industry has only recently adopted a regenerative braking system for itself.
Phoenix Systems Presents European Reverse Brake Bleeder Kit
The MaxProHD European Brake Bleeder kit features a hand pump made of cast aluminum alloy and it is fully rebuildable. The provided master cylinder bleeder cap fits most European vehicles, including BMW, SAAB, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, Alfa Romeo, Audi, Fiat, Renault, Volvo, Volkswagen, Peugeot and any other vehicle with a 45mm threaded fluid reservoir cap. The
Nissan Maxima Brake Job Tips
Called the four-door sports car by Nissan, the 2004-2008 Maxima brake system is easy to service with very few complaints of brake noise or pulsation. The system used the same brake pads, rotors and calipers on all models. There were some changes in 2007 to the ABS system.
Toyota Scion TC Brake Job (2005-2010)
The Toyota Scion TC is a bit of an anomaly in the Toyota fleet. The TC shares its platform with the Avensis, which was not sold in the U.S., and it shares some brake components with the Corolla and even the Camry. There are no brake-specific TSBs or recalls for the 2005-2010 TC.
Volkswagen Tiguan Brake Job
The Tiguan can be serviced about the same as the Jetta or Golf, but the vacuum brakes and EPS make the job a little different. The article goes over the Auto-Hold system, the correct pressure bleeding procedure, and what that creaking noise is.
