Always check runout in the hub flange and rotor as part of any brake job. You may think you’re saving 10 to 15 minutes by not having to use a dial indicator and a micrometer, but your chance of a comeback can dramatically increase. In this module, we show how to setup and use a […]
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Adaptive cruise control can be found on many vehicles and the brake friction materials are part of the system. In this module, we look at how friction materials can change how a adaptive cruise control system functions. Approx. Course Time: 5 minutes Sponsored By:
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If you are doing a brake job on a vehicle with an electronic parking brake (EPB), you will need a scan tool with the proper software for the parking brake system to retract the calipers, adjust the cables and perform diagnostics. In this module we cover when and how to use a scan tool to
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Before you throw out the old brake pads or order a new set, take a good look at them. Worn brake pads can tell you a lot about the entire brake system and prevent the new pads from suffering the same fate. In this module, we look at the most common brake pad wear patterns.
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Every vehicle has a “minimum wear specification” for the brake pads and rotors. If the rotor was worn to discard specifications, caliper piston travel maybe too excessive. In this module we cover why brake rotors and pads must be measured. Approx. Course Time: 5 minutes Sponsored By:
Can Brakes Fail if they are Below Specs? Read More »
Brake shims are not designed for adjusting spacing and distance between friction material and the rotor. Shims provide multifunction noise control as a component attached to the friction pad backing plate. In this module we cover the science behind brake shims. Approx. Course Time: 5 minutes Sponsored By:
Do Brake Shims Matter? Read More »
Under extreme braking conditions, some lubricants can’t stand the heat and melt off, evaporate, oxidize or burn. That’s why ordinary, general-purpose chassis grease should never be used for lubricating brake components. It simply won’t hold up. In this module, we cover when and where to apply brake lubricants. Approx. Course Time: 5 minutes Course sponsored
