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Brakes |
A series of components working together that exert pressure to slow or stop a vehicle.
- The brake pedal pushes a rod that actuates the master cylinder.
- The master cylinder distributes the hydraulic braking power to the brake calipers/cylinders that push the pistons in the cylinders.
- The pistons push the brake pads or shoes against the brake rotors or brake drums (attached to your wheel), which STOPS THE CAR.
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Anti Lock Brakes (ABS) |
A series of components working together that exert pressure to slow or stop a vehicle.
- The brake pedal pushes a rod that actuates the master cylinder.
- The master cylinder distributes the hydraulic braking power to the brake calipers/cylinders that push the pistons in the cylinders.
- The pistons push the brake pads or shoes against the brake rotors or brake drums (attached to your wheel), which STOPS THE CAR.
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Brake Fluid Flush |
Flushing your brake fluid every two years is a great habit. Poor brake fluid can adversely affect braking performance -- you don't want to realize your brake fluid is bad the hard way. Flushing the brakes removes the old fluid from the entire system, including the master reservoir.
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Replacement |
For disc brakes, the technician will remove the pads and inspect the rotor(s) for excessive wear. If the rotors are excessively worn, the rotors should be replaced or machined to a flat surface, afterwards new pads will be installed. If drum brakes are involved, the process is a fairly similar, except it can take a little longer to perform.
BRAKE WARNING SIGNS
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SQUEAL
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VIBRATION
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Some braking noise is normal, but it should be minimal. The brakes need attention if you hear excessive:
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squealing
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screeching
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chattering
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grinding
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clattering
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groaning
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If the brake pedal or steering wheel shakes or vibrates, or if the vehicle shakes when the brakes are applied, it may be due to:
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GRAB
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PULL
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If vehicle brakes grab at the slightest pressure, it could be:
- a problem with grease-or oil-contaminated linings
- a loose or broken component that could fail in an emergency
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If the vehicle pulls to the side when braking, it could be due to:
- an underinflated tire
- brakes in need of adjustment
- brakes requiring repair
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DRAG
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 If the vehicle has sticking brakes, hot wheels or loss of engine power, it could be due to brakes that fail to release. This is a situation that can suddenly reverse itself, leaving the vehicle without brakes. |
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Hart's Auto Repair
2108 West College
Liberty, MO 64068
Phone: 816.781.6552
Email Us for an appointment
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