Brakes Tips and Tutorials Archive

Why Is Your 2015 Ford Police Interceptor Utility Shaking When You Brake?

Tuesday 2nd April 2024 Tagged as:

If you're experiencing shaking or a 2015 Ford Utility Police Interceptor 3.7 rpm shudder when braking, it can be a concerning issue - particularly for a vehicle designed for law enforcement duties. There could be several reasons for this problem. ...

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Beginner’s guide: How brake fluid works and what are the DoT numbers?

Thursday 23rd November 2023 Tagged as:

Beginners Guide

Brakes

Wondering what brake fluid you need? There are several types and it's vital that you know which is which so you can choose the right one for your vehicle...

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How to Fix Squeaky Brakes

Thursday 22nd December 2022 Tagged as:

Brakes

Mark's Tips

Just about everyone has come across squeaky brakes. Do you know what to do?

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Understanding Your Car's Master Cylinder

Thursday 21st April 2022 Tagged as:

Brakes

Education

A master cylinder is vital to the operation of your vehicle's brakes. Here, we explain what it does, and what happens when it goes bad...

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Beginner's Guide: What Is ABS and How Does It Work?

Thursday 21st April 2022 Tagged as:

Beginners Guide

Brakes

ABS, short for anti-lock braking system, and also known as anti-lock brakes, is designed to stop the wheels from skidding when the brakes are applied and allows the driver to steer around an obstacle at the same time. ...

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How to bleed brakes by yourself

Wednesday 20th April 2022 Tagged as:

Car maintenance

Brakes

Do you need to bleed the air out of your vehicle's brake system but don’t have a helper handy? Here are a few techniques that allow you to bleed your car’s brakes on your own...

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What Are Drum Brakes and How To Fix Them

Friday 11th March 2022 Tagged as:

Brakes

Drum brakes may be less common in today's world, but they're an item that you can repair yourself if you're happy to be a little more 'hands on' than most. ...