Tech Tip: Reverse Bleeding Basics Many vehicles can develop release problems after a clutch change or replacement of the hydraulic release system components; usually consisting of a clutch master cylinder, slave cylinder and line. Conventional bleeding is usually done by opening the slave cylinder bleeder valve and either gravity bleeding or pumping the clutch pedal while opening and closing the slave bleeder valve. More

Tech Tip: Volvo Brake Goes Too Low on First Application If a customer complains of Volvo brakes going too low on first application, it may be because of improperly installed brakes or aerated fluid. More

BRAKE JOB: Toyota Tundra Brake Caliper Upgrade If a 2000-’05 Tundra or Sequoia comes into your shop with a complaint of brake pulsation, there are a few diagnostic steps that should first be taken before ­repairs are recommended. More

Tech Tip: Some Facts About Brake Fluid Flushing The purpose of the brake fluid is to transfer force under pressure from the master cylinder to the calipers/wheel cylinders. Non-contaminated fluid is imperative in order to maintain good brakeability, and to retain a high boiling point to prevent gassing and brake pedal fade. More

Honda Tech Feature: Eliminating Brake Comebacks The advent of ABS, and its integration into traction control and vehicle stability assist, make good work habits when servicing the brake ­system more important than ever. What we'll look at in this article is not so much how to replace worn-out pads, but rather things to be on the lookout for that will ensure a quality job and eliminate comebacks. More

Tech Tip: Brake Vibration Diagnostics on Subaru Models Studies confirm that rarely is it necessary to resurface brake rotors and/or drums on all four wheels when a confirmed brake vibration exists. With proper diagnostics, front or rear brake vibrations can be isolated, eliminating the need to resurface all four rotors and/or rear brake drums. More

Tech Feature: Brake Job on 1995-2004 Toyota Tacoma The first-generation Toyota Tacoma was introduced in 1995 and continued until 2004. During the 10-year run, the basic brake system configurations did not change. But, Toyota did make changes to the pad shape and hardware to improve performance. More

Brake Safety Technology: Mercedes-Benz Brake Assist & Sensotronic Systems One of the new safety technologies you'll find in a growing number of European and Asian vehicles is Brake Assist (or BAS for Brake Assist System). The technology actually was invented more than a decade ago, and was first used back in 1996 on Mercedes S-Class and SL-Class cars. In 1998, Mercedes made Brake Assist standard on all of its models. More

Chrysler Recall: 24,177 Rams, Sebrings, Avengers, Nitros, Commanders, Grand Cherokees and Liberties recalled for brake booster input rod retaining clip Chrysler will recall 24,177 vehicles due to a potential problem with the retaining clip that holds brake booster input rod in place. The clip from A WT Metal Specialties was improperly manufactured and could not provide enough tension to keep the rod in place. More

Tech Feature: 2004-2008 Ford F-150 Brake Job Top 10 Tips Starting with the 2004 model year, Ford launched a new body style for the F150. The new body style truck is a new vehicle inside and out. However, not all of the 2004 F150s that you see will be the new body style. The 2004 F150 was also made available in the older body style pickup that came on the scene in 1996. The older body style F150 is called a "Heritage" edition. More