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Brake Safety Technology: Mercedes-Benz Brake Assist & Sensotronic Systems
March 10, 2010
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. read more
 
Brake Tech Feature: 8 Myths that Could Be Holding You Back from Performing the Best Brake Job
February 26, 2010
It could be how you select friction materials, apply brake lubricants or machine rotors. You could be doing something that does not make sense, but you learned it from another technician and it could be holding you back. Here are eight brake job myths that could be holding you back. read more
 
Subaru Legacy Outback 2.5L Tech Tip: ABS Motor On, Pedal Descends, But Doesn't Run
February 18, 2010
Customer Concern: When you come to a stop, just before completely stopped, the ABS motor kicks on and the pedal goes down, then comes back up. Doesn't matter what kind of stop. Always does it right before the vehicle is completely stopped. No codes are present. read more
 
Brake Service Tools & Equipment
February 15, 2010
The bucks start here! read more
 
Rotors, Resurfacing and the Law: How the Glad/Midas Lawsuit Will Change How You Sell Brakes
February 11, 2010
After a four-year undercover investigation, the California Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) has settled the case against Mike Glad, the owner of 22 Midas shops, for charging customers for unnecessary repairs and using deceptive advertising. The $1.8 million settlement also prevents Glad from owning or operating a repair shop in the state. read more
 
Kia Preventive Maintenance: Chassis, Engine & Brake Repairs
February 10, 2010
More Kias on the road means more repair and maintenance opportunities for the import car specialist, so don't let them pass you by. In this article, Bob Dowie focuses on the most common problems and maintenance items that have them finding their way into your bays - like check engine light, brake and chassis repairs. read more
 
Tech Tip: Top 10 Brake Questions and Answers
February 09, 2010
Chuck Kennedy, The Bendix Answerman, answers 10 of the most asked questions relating to brake service. Find out what causes pedal pulsation to occur shortly after a brake job has been completed, and if there is a way to quickly check for air in a base brake hydraulic system. read more
 
Tech Feature: 2004-2008 Nissan Maxima Brake Job
February 01, 2010
Called the four-door sports car by Nissan, the 2004-2008 Maxima brake system is easy to service with very few complaints of brake noise or pulsation. The system used the same brake pads, rotors and calipers on all models. There were some changes in 2007 to the ABS system. The system uses floating piston calipers on the front and rear with the parking brake in the hub of the rotor. read more
 
Honda Front Wheel Bearings With Integrated ABS Tone Ring
January 20, 2010
This tech tip provides part numbers and technical information for SKF double-row, angular-contact front wheel bearings with a split inner ring. The part numbers noted pertain to specific Honda applications. read more
 
Chrysler Recall: 24,177 Rams, Sebrings, Avengers, Nitros, Commanders, Grand Cherokees and Liberties recalled for brake booster input rod retaining clip
January 19, 2010
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. read more
 
  
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