Beginner’s guide: How brake fluid works and what are the DoT numbers?
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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Understanding Your Car's Master Cylinder
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...
Beginner's Guide: What Is ABS and How Does It Work?
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
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...
What Are Drum Brakes and How To Fix Them
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.
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Haynes Explains: Brake Calipers And What Happens When They Go Bad
A brake caliper does all of the hard work when you stamp on the brake pedal. Here we explain how calipers operate and reveal the different types.
How To Check the Thickness of Brake Pads
Brake pads will gradually wear out, so Haynes show you how to check them
Troubleshooting: Common Brake Issues and Causes
Working out what's wrong with your brakes isn't hard, and Haynes can show you how...
Pocket $200 With 30 Minutes of DIY Labor
Just this weekend I saved more than $200 with 30 minutes of labor, just a few simple hand tools, and knowledge gained from my Haynes Manual. The local dealer, after performing the recomended 50,000 mile check-up and service on my wife's car, informed her that her brake pads were down to their...
Why Are My Brakes Squealing and How To Stop Them?
Even when working normally the brakes on your car can make grinding, squeaking, and squealing noises. All brakes work by pressing a high friction material into a spinning metal surface, and vibrations and irregularities cause them to make noises. In normal use, the noise should not be constant and...