the tyre has to sit on the ‘bead’ around the rim of the wheel. To remove the tire, or get access to the wheel rim, the tyre has to be pushed off the bead. The term often used is ‘Breaking the Bead’.
Corrosive buildup, dirt and dust can prevent the smooth action of a rim brake, which can result in a cyclist's worst nightmare: brakes that won't respond when you need them. This can manifest as a brake that won't disengage after you release the lever, or brakes that won't engage at...
Jam Nation: How to Put the Brakes on Employee DrivingJoel Makower
Carefully shimmy the caliper off of the brake pads. Here I fashioned a temporary hanger out of an old coat hanger to hang the caliper from the suspension spring to keep it up out-of-the-way and prevent unwanted tension on the brake line. Also, notice that I’ve used an old brake pad...
Block the front wheels and release the parking brake. Loosen the rear wheel lug nuts. Raise the rear axle with a jack, then support the vehicle on jack stands. Remove the rear wheels. Remove the brake drum from the brake assembly. If the drum does not pull off easily, apply penetrating...
We encourage you to take a look at our post “What Is Tongue Weightand Why Is It So Important?” for more detailed information on the topic. Make Sure You’re Using the Right Hitch Be sure the hitch on your tow vehicle is rated for the trailer you intend to pull. ...
underneath the engine. Jack the Blazer up and put a jack stand under the appropriate front jacking point on both sides of the Blazer. Slowly release the jack so that the Blazer comes to a secure stop on top of the jack stands. Leave the jack under the Blazer and in the upright ...
The system may not react to parked, stopped or slow-moving vehicles. You should always be ready to take action and apply the brakes. Don’t use the system on winding or hilly roads, on freeway exit or entrance ramps, or when trailering (if your vehicle isn’t equipped with Adapt...
You should always be ready to take action and apply the brakes. Don’t use the system on winding or hilly roads, on freeway exit or entrance ramps, or when trailering (if your vehicle isn’t equipped with Adaptive Cruise Control with trailering). In these driving conditions, the syste...
After cleaning, it’s important to perform basic maintenance tasks to keep your bike in top condition: Check the tire pressure and inflate them to the recommended level to ensure a smooth and efficient ride. Inspect the brakes for any signs of wear or damage and adjust them if necessary to...