Brake Problems

Flushing the brake fluid system is a chore we should do every two to three years. But it isn’t as big or difficult a chore as it might sound; that …

I’ve been a mechanic for over two decades now, and brake repairs are the number one repair in most workshops. Brake calipers on the same axle (meaning both front or …

Brake bleeding is one of those jobs that fill most DIYers with dread; bleeding the brakes needn’t; with a little preparation, the right tools, and know-how, you’ll be bleeding like …

To replace brake rotors, remove the following: Road wheel; Brake caliper; Brake pads; Caliper carrier; Rotor Torx fastener; Rotor. To fit new rotor: Use brake cleaner to remove rotor protective …

Front brake pad replacement is one of the easiest brake repair jobs you can do. Pads typically last about 20,000 to 30,000 miles, depending on your driving style, environment, load …

Checking brake pads is one of the most important and luckily easiest maintenance chores. Pads are not something you want to run out of and so keeping tabs on how …

Most folks forget to check brake fluid level, and I can’t blame them; brake fluid level rarely needs topping up; in fact, if it does need topping up, it suggests …

A pulsating brake pedal is irritating and can be dangerous when emergency braking. You are correct to question why your rotors keep warping, I’m a mechanic, and very shortly, we’ll …

Brake bleeding can be a pain in the ass, but with the proper tools, life is a ton easier. That said, you don’t need to rush out and buy an …

A locking road wheel is a serious concern, and you are correct to deal with this immediately. A locked wheel renders the car unstable; if it’s a front wheel, your …