Andrew Markel discusses cheap brake jobs, and the solution for your shop to bring in more business despite nearby competitive pricing. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
Andrew Markel discusses cheap brake jobs, and the solution for your shop to bring in more business despite nearby competitive pricing. Sponsored by Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper.
A torque wrench is an essential tool when it comes to installing wheel bearings. Here are the top 10 tips to remember.
1. CHECK THE RECOMMENDED TORQUE PROCEDURES AND SPECIFICATIONS
It is nearly impossible to give a general torque specification or range for a wheel bearing axle nut. There can be significant differences, depending on bearing type and housing. Always check the service information for the correct procedure.
Hub units can require many steps to set the final torque of the axle nut. On some hub units with factory-set preload, the axle nut might only secure the stub axle in the bore. On other hub units, the final adjustment is setting the load paths for the races and rolling elements. The torque specifications depend on the size of the bearings, the diameter of the axle and many other factors like the style of axle nut.
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The most common problems that occur in the master cylinder are wear in the piston bore and piston seal failure.
You should never estimate when it comes to parking brake adjustments.
When you think about the braking system of a vehicle, you probably think about the major parts you see when removing the wheel: brake pads, rotors, calipers and maybe hydraulics. However, one of the most important parts of the system isn’t visible: brake fluid. Brake fluid comes in several formulations for different applications and plays
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