Why Chasing The Cheapest Brake Job Costs Your Shop In The Long Run
Ever since the 1930s, there has been a war on the price of brake jobs. Eighty years ago, shops were advertising low-priced brake relines on sandwich boards for $19.99, but they complained about “gyps” selling brake jobs for $9.99 on the side of the road. We see almost the same situation today. This time the price point is around $150. Instead of gyps, shops are complaining about some guy on Craigslist who will perform a brake job for around $40 if he is provided with the pads.
Performing A Brake Job On A Toyota Tacoma
The Tacoma has a very reliable brake system. But, one problem area is the load compensating valve that attaches to the rear axle. The mechanical linkage and the valve causes problems on some trucks by leaking and increasing braking distances. The main culprit is rust and corrosion.
OTC’s Brake Service Tools Help You Get Brake Jobs Done Efficiently
The OTC 4598 Brake Fluid Tester is specially designed for checking the moisture content within the vehicle’s brake fluid. Once the unit is powered on and the metal testing probes are submerged into the brake fluid, the unit will allow technicians to easily check moisture content of brake fluid in a matter of seconds.
Performing A Brake Job On A Volkswagen Routan
The 2008-2012 Volkswagen Routan is a rebadged variant of the Chrysler mini van platform with revised styling, suspension tuning and brake service procedures. So this van has a bit of a split personality when it comes to servicing the brakes.
Brake Job On 2000-2006 Chrysler Sebring
The second-generation Chrysler Sebring brakes are problem free when compared to the previous generation. There are very few reports online about pulsation problems that seemed to plague the previous generation. The 2000-2006 Sebring front brakes can have different caliper designs depending on the engine and model year, and even if it is a convertible. Make sure the parts store has all the information before you order parts.
Brake Job On 2000-2006 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van
The 2000-2006 Sprinter cargo van may seem unique for its small displacement diesel engine and large hauling capacity. But, at the wheels, the brakes are very conventional. There are two brake systems on the Sprinter that came with the 2500 and 3500 models.
Performing A Brake Job On A Chevy Volt
There is nothing special about pad and rotor replacement on the Volt. The only precaution is to make sure the High Pressure Accumulator (HPA) is depleted.
Performing A Brake Job On A 2000-2007 Ford Focus
The majority of Ford Focuses come with rear drum brakes. The only way to remove the drum without disturbing the wheel bearings is to remove the four mounting bolts on the bolts back of the trailing arm. The axle nut can be removed to pull the drum, but you will be disturbing the preload on the bearing. Also, the wheel hub retaining nut can be re-used only four times and requires a torque setting of 174 ft/lbs.
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BRAKE JOB: 1996-2005 Honda Civic
The 6th or 7th generation Honda Civic is one of the most common cars on the roads. While you have probably performed numerous brake jobs on Civics, there are some failures and problems that may sneak up on you.
Brake Job On 2006-Current Cadillac DTS
The 2006-current Cadillac DTS is the largest sedan that General Motors offers. The DTS incorporates the K-platform as denoted by the 4th letter in the VIN. It is built on the same line as the Buick Lucerne. The two vehicles share many brake components, but option packaging is different for the Lucerne.
Brake Job: 2000-2007 Ford Focus
The 2000-2007 Ford Focus is based on the Ford global C1 platform, shared with the European Ford Focus and Volvo S40. Nothing is really groundbreaking about the brake system. However, not paying attention to the details can end in a post brake job comeback.