Brake rotors are critical components of a vehicle’s braking system, functioning by providing a surface for brake pads to press against to slow or stop the vehicle. There are various types of brake rotors, including drilled, slotted and vented, each designed for specific performance needs and dr...
Brake rotors are a key component to the braking system of any vehicle. If you're feeling a vibration when braking under duress, chances are you're experiencing a brake pulsation--which is most likely due to warped rotors. Rotors become warped or out of round by heating and cooling down in...
If you need to remove a brake rotor for repair or replacement, chances are the rotor is rusted stuck. Rust and corrosion caused by constant exposure to the elements can cause a brake rotor to weld itself onto the hub. There are many different ways to remove a stuck brake rotor, ranging ...
Wipe clean with more brake cleaner Install the new rotor onto shaft and install retaining screws Install the caliper mounting bracket, torque bolts to 80 ft-lbs Slowly compress the caliper cylinder using a bar clamp Install the brake pads and springs, reference picture taken during disassembly step...
Brake cleaner Brake fluid New brake pads New brake rotors Torque wrench Brake grease Work gloves and safety glasses Getting Started Begin with the vehicle on level ground, in park and the engine off with the parking brake released (important).Safely raise the car in the air and secure it on...
The derailleurs and cassette can also benefit from a drop or two of lubricant. Apply the lubricant to the moving parts and pivot points, being careful not to get any lubricant on the brake rotors or rubber components where traction is necessary. ...
First, let’s dig deeper into where exactly brake pads fit in the braking system. As you press on the brake pedal, the master cylinder sends brake fluid to thebrake calipercausing the pistons to clamp the brake pads against the spinning rotors to bring the vehicle to a stop. Housed in ...
Spoke nipples have a regular right-hand thread, but that while you’re truing a wheel, you will be looking at the nipple upside-down, so you have to turn the spoke wrench clockwise to loosen and counter-clockwise to tighten. Make sure the spoke doesn’t turn with the nipple, which will...
Tires work hand in hand with the vehicle's braking and suspension systems. If any of these components aren't up to specification, the vehicle's braking distance can change. Worn brake drums, rotors, pads, shoes or leaky brake lines will have an adverse affect on braking. And since weight...
This operation is forcing the brake pads to travel to the brake rotors, while taking up the air gap between the pads, rotors and caliper pistons. Do this until normal brake operation has returned (brake pedal is in its normal position). Moving the pedal slowly helps prevent air bubbles ...