brake Archives - Page 2 of 5 - Brake & Front End
The Evolution of Brake Pad Friction Materials

Picking the correct brake pad for a customer’s vehicle might require some research – what do you look for?

Servicing Wheel Bearing Seals

As a rule, wheel bearing seals should never leak.

Measuring Once Prevents Brake Comebacks

Runout is defined as the amount of lateral (side-to-side) movement of the rotor as it rotates 360 degrees.

GM Electronic Parking Brake Procedures

The parking brake control module has an internal motor, apply actuator, release actuator and temperature sensor.

Brake Lines: What Is The Right Solution?

Inspecting brake lines should be part of every vehicle inspection.

Servicing Carbon-Ceramic Brakes

Ceramic or carbon fiber composite rotors are extremely durable.

Brake Job: 2009-2014 Ford F-150

When you remove the rear rotors, inspect the ABS tone ring and the condition of the parking brake hardware.

Brake Fluid Service

Visual inspection of the fluid can be extremely misleading.

Brake Pad Environmental Update

The focus on tires and brake pads has come about because emissions coming from the tailpipe have been significantly reduced.

VIDEO: Worn Brake Pads Say A Lot

Before you throw out the old brake pads or order a new set, take a good look at them. This video is sponsored by ADVICS.

Transit Launches Performance Brake Rotor Line

The new DS-One line is drilled and slotted for use on heavy-duty applications like SUVs and pickup trucks, and sought-after by sports car amateurs for their look.

Brake Line Replacement: To Bend, Or Not To Bend

No one can predict exactly when a brake line or hose will fail.