Maintenance Tips, Tricks And Hacks For Your Vehicle
Category: Brake Systems & Components
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Signs Of a Faulty Brake Booster Check Valve
A faulty brake booster check valve can cause any number of problems with your vehicle’s braking system, ranging from decreased braking power to reduced responsiveness. If you notice any changes in braking performance, it’s important to have a mechanic take a look at the brake booster check valve as soon as possible. Key Takeaway What…
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Signs of a Bad Brake Booster
The brake booster is an important part of your car’s braking system. It helps to create the power needed to stop your vehicle and allows for smoother braking. Unfortunately, a faulty brake booster can cause you a lot of problems – from difficulty stopping, to safety issues. Fortunately, there are some warning signs that may…
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ABS and Brake Light Come On At The Same Time – What Does This Mean
It can be a little bit confusing if you see both the ABS and brake light illuminated on the dashboard. One thing is for certain: If you see the ABS and brake light on your dashboard, driving isn’t safe anymore. There is a good chance that your sensors have gone bad and are sending wrong…
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Can You Use Brake Cleaner As Starting Fluid? (Answered!)
It’s a question that has been asked by car owners for years – can you use brake cleaner as starting fluid? The answer is yes, you can. Brake cleaner is a great substitute for starting fluid, and it’s a lot cheaper too! In this article, I will be talking about how to use brake cleaner…
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Car Making Creaking Noise When Driving Slow
Do you have a car that makes an annoying creaking noise when driven slowly? Not only is this an inconvenience, but it may be indicative of something more serious ailment. In this blog post, we’ll examine eight potential causes and offer tips for fixing them – so keep reading to find out! Key Takeaway Car…
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Can Air In Brake Lines Cause Pulsating? (Answered!)
If you’ve been driving for a while, you may have experienced something strange when braking. You press down on the brake pedal and feel a pulsing in the pedal or steering wheel. Immediately you think, can air in the brake lines cause pulsating? In this blog post, we will discuss what can cause brake lines…
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How To Clean Brakes Without Removing The Wheel: The Easiest Way
It’s happened to all of us. You’re driving along and suddenly you hear a loud screeching noise. Chances are, your brakes need cleaning. But how do you clean brakes without removing the wheel? Brakes are an essential part of any vehicle, and they need to be kept in good condition in order to ensure safety…
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How To Do a “QUICK Reset” on Your ABS System
It can be quite frustrating to see your ABS system light illuminated. There is a procedure on how to do a quick reset on your ABS system. This is something that the repair shops, dealerships, and car manufacturers don’t want you to know about. I used to drive with my ABS system light illuminated for…
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Is It Safe To Drive With a Bad Brake Master Cylinder
A brake master cylinder is where all the brake fluid is stored. Without the brake fluid, your vehicle brakes would not operate at full capacity. So, is it safe to drive with a bad brake master cylinder? Key Takeaway What is a Brake Master Cylinder? A brake master cylinder is a crucial component of a…
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Is It Safe To Drive With ABS And Brake Light On
When you turn on your engine, the computer runs a series of tests to ensure that all the features are working properly. If there is something wrong with some of the features, the computer lets you know by illuminating a light on the dashboard. One of those features is the ABS. Is it safe to…