Once you’ve read the previous Parts posts, there is not actually much to say about the service itself. So, let’s focus on some basic procedures and parts quality.
Once you say ‘go’ our technician will start the brake job. The first thing that will be done is to push back the caliper piston with either a small screw press or even a stout screw driver or pry bar. This loosens the pads and allows them to be removed. On drum brakes, the springs and clips are disassembled to remove the shoes. My personal opinion is that hose clamps should be used on all brake jobs, although many mechanics dispute this procedure’s effectiveness. (more…)
Categories: Auto repair knowledge
Tagged: brake job, drum, rotor
Ok, so here is all of the technical, yet important stuff you will need to know so that you will never get ripped off on a brake job again.
Once the test drive has been performed the technician will lift the vehicle and remove the wheels. A good technician will always be attentive to any clues that may help him solve the problem. On front brakes (which are all disc and pad type, except for old cars) the rotors (discs), pads (the friction material), and the caliper (the hydraulic piston assembly that pushes the pads) are all clearly visible. On rear brakes (many of which are drum and shoe type) the drum will be removed to view the shoes and brake hardware. These drums are normally on fairly tight, so don’t be surprised to see a hammer taken to it to loosen it.
Now, let me walk you through what we are looking for when we look at brakes. (more…)
Categories: Auto repair knowledge
Tagged: adjust, brake pad, drum, hardware, rotor
