Technical Resources

The brake system pros at ADVICS have you covered. Whether you need tech tips, how-to videos or installation information, our technical resources library is your one-stop-shop for everything you need to know about our ultra-premium brake pads, brake rotors, hydraulics, calipers and brake fluid.

TECHNICAL RESOURCES

The brake system pros at ADVICS have you covered. Whether you need tech tips, how-to videos or installation information, our technical resources library is your one-stop-shop for everything you need to know about our ultra-premium brake pads, brake rotors, hydraulics, calipers and brake fluid.

Tech Tips

How to Prepare Your Shop for EV Brake Repairs

As a technician, staying up to date with the latest trends and technologies is crucial for the success of both you and your shop. This is especially important when servicing electric vehicles (EVs).

Tech Tips

Brake System Maintenance: DIY vs Professional Service

Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast or a professional, the ADVICS team of experienced techs are here to offer tips to help keep your – or your customers’ – brake systems in tip-top shape.

Tech Videos

Electrification and ADAS: The Brake Pad Connection

In a 45-minute webinar, the experts and engineers from ADVICS explore why most late-model vehicles require a premium brake job to restore the performance and safety of the total vehicle.

Tech Tips

Common Consumer Brake Pad FAQs

As a counter professional, you likely have customers inquiring daily about why they should purchase one brake pad over another. Our expert techs at ADVICS have compiled the following guide to help you with these conversations.

Tech Tips

What is “brake fade” and how can it be prevented?

Brake fade presents itself in ways that feel similar to that of a worn-out brake pad. With brake fade, stopping power will return, although not always to the same extent once the problem has been addressed.

Tech Tips

Tips for Counter Pros: Answering Brake Pad FAQs

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.

Tech Videos

How to Identify and Repair Brake Fluid Leaks

Identify and repair brake fluid leaks with these considerations.

Tech Videos

Repairing Lost Pedal Pressure Within Your Braking System

Learn about brake hydraulics and the most commonly under or misdiagnosed causes of pedal pressure and how you should fix it.

Tech Videos

Identifying and Preventing Warped Rotors

Brake rotors play a critical role in stopping the vehicle safely. How does rotor warping happen, what are the side effects and how can you prevent it?

Installation Procedures

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.

Tech Videos

How to Diagnose Brake Noise Issues

Brake noise is the most common reasons for customers to visit the shop. Vibration, ‘morning sickness’ and contamination can all be causes of brake noise.

Tech Tips

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.

Tech Tips

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.

Tech Tips

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.

Tech Tips

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.

Installation Procedures Tech Videos

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.

Tech Tips

Our tech tip articles provide you with answers to commonly asked brake system questions, go in-depth on issues you face in the bay and much more. Check back often for new content every month.

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TECH TIPS

Our tech tip articles provide you with answers to commonly asked brake system questions, go in-depth on issues you face in the bay and much more. Check back often for new content every month.

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Tech Videos

Explore technical videos from industry experts on a variety of topics from semi-metallic and ceramic brake pads to brake fluid boiling points, lubrication and other topics you care about most.

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Tech Videos

Explore technical videos from industry experts on a variety of topics from semi-metallic and ceramic brake pads to brake fluid boiling points, lubrication and other topics you care about most.

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