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Installation Procedure: Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Actuator Kits

Installation procedure for how to install an ADVICS Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Actuator Kits. Always consult the manufacturer's vehicle-specific service manual for reference.

How to Detect Signs of Worn-Out Brake Pads

Ensuring a vehicle’s braking system is in working order is crucial to your customers’ safety. So, a thorough assessment of the vehicle’s brake pad wear is a must.

Considerations for Counter Professionals When Recommending Brake Pads to Electric Vehicle (EV) Owners

As you know, issues with front brake rotors will feel like a shaking of the steering wheel when pressure is applied to the brake pedal.

Top Tips: Brake Jobs for ADAS-Equipped Vehicles

Performing brake service on vehicles equipped with ADAS or Advanced Driver Assistance Systems can now require additional steps to ensure brakes are in working order.

Troubleshooting and Mitigating Brake Rotor Problems

As you know, issues with front brake rotors will feel like a shaking of the steering wheel when pressure is applied to the brake pedal.

Brake Pad and Disc Rotor Replacement Procedure

Brakes play a vital role in maintaining road safety. In this video, we will explain how to replace brake pads and rotors in 10 steps.

Troubleshooting: Brake Pad Backing Plate Rust

What to do when your brake pad backing plate is rusting. Here is a helpful list of likely causes and solutions.

Troubleshooting: Seized Caliper

What do you do if your car is being pulled to the side when brakes are applied? Here is a helpful list of likely causes and solutions.
Brake squeal loud noise

How to Address Brake Noise Issues

You’re familiar with one of the most common reasons customers bring their vehicles into the shop: unpleasant noise emitted when they press down on the brake pedal.

Troubleshooting: Brake Pad Brake Noise

What to do when a squeal or squeak can be heard when brakes are applied? Here is a helpful list of likely causes and solutions.

Benefits of Using Brake Parts Designed to Work Together

When replacing brake system components, it might seem like using compatible parts from any manufacturer – regardless of brand – should get the job done.

Understanding Brake Fluid Viscosity

Viscosity is a measure of thickness for brake fluid, especially at low temps. Brake fluid needs to be thin so it easily flows through the ABS system.

Recommending the Best Brake Pads for Your Customer

Recommending the best brake pads possible for your customers. Let’s break down the differences between each of the three brake pad material types.

Understanding the Critical Role of Brake Fluid

Brake fluid protects the metals used inside the braking system such as calipers, wheel cylinders, master cylinders, and ABS control valves.

Troubleshooting: Brake Pressure Loss

What do you do when your brake pedal is sinking regularly when applying your brakes? Here is a helpful list of likely causes and solutions.

Troubleshooting: Brake Fluid Leak

What do you do when there is a brake fluid leak? Here is a helpful list of likely causes and solutions.