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Car Brakes

Below you’ll find links to fluff-free brake system explanations and a brake component glossary; we cover common brake system problems, including illustrated step-by-step repair guides and the tools and parts needed. You’ll also find a ton of other brake system repair resources right here on this page.

Brakes Index

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Brake Component Location & Function

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Below you’ll find links to fluff-free explanations of brake system components and an illustration indicating where you’ll find them on your car.

Brake Repair Terminology

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Below you’ll find links to common brake repair terminology; you know… the words a mechanic might use when describing brake repairs.

Common Brake Repairs

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Below you’ll find links to illustrated DIY stepped guides for common brake system repairs.

Brake Repair Tools

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Below you’ll find links to brake repair tools I recommend, together with tips on how to use them.

Brake Parts & Supplies

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Below you’ll find links to brake parts & supplies I recommend.

Brake parts FAQs

Brake Repairs By Symptom

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Typically brake symptoms are described by how the brake pedal feels when pressed; a pulsating pedal, a low pedal, and a sinking pedal are all common descriptions.

Below you’ll find links to common brake-related fault symptoms, together with how to diagnose and fix them.

Brake System Fastener Torque Specification

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Below you’ll find links to typical brake system hardware fastener torque specifications.