Monroe Brakes Offers Trade Professionals Rewards Through ‘Brake Event BENEFITS’ Promotion
Tenneco has launched the Monroe Brakes “Brake Event BENEFITS” promotion that awards trade professionals with up to a $500 prepaid card for the sale of qualifying Monroe Brakes products. From Aug. 1 through Sept. 30, the Monroe Brakes “Brake Event BENEFITS” promotion will offer a $2 spiff for the sale of qualifying Monroe Brakes Total
Infiniti Tech Tip: Groan Noise Heard From Front Brakes Of QX56
If you confirm a “groan” or “growl” noise coming from the front brakes, replace the front brake pads with the new ones noted in this bulletin. This noise may occur after the vehicle has been stopped several times using moderate-to-hard braking effort. The noise might then be heard during the last few feet of braking when coming to a stop.
New Monroe Brakes Catalog Highlights Growth Of Brand’s Friction Program
Tenneco’s Monroe Brakes friction program continues to expand into additional product and application categories, as seen in the brand’s new master catalog featuring new friction product lines and several new part numbers for late-model applications.
New Brake Pad Sets Added To Monroe Total Solution Line
Tenneco has introduced new brake pad sets to the Monroe Total Solution line of ultra-premium ceramic and semi-metallic brake pads. The new pad SKUs cover over two million popular late-model passenger vehicles, and the Monroe Total Solution line now offers 97-percent coverage of domestic- and foreign-nameplate applications.
Brake Service On A 2002-2009 Chevrolet Trailblazer
The Chevrolet Trailblazer is based on the GMT 360. The brake system on the Trailblazer is not groundbreaking by any means, but there are some intricacies technicians should be aware of on this common platform. The front brakes utilize dual piston calipers with phenolic pistons. The most important thing to remember when replacing the pads on this vehicle is to replace the hardware.
Brake Job On 2000-2006 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van
The 2000-2006 Sprinter cargo van may seem unique for its small displacement diesel engine and large hauling capacity. But, at the wheels, the brakes are very conventional. There are two brake systems on the Sprinter that came with the 2500 and 3500 models.
Brake Service On 1996-2005 Honda Civic
The 6th or 7th generation Honda Civic is one of the most common cars on the roads. While you have probably performed numerous brake jobs on Civics, there are some failures and problems that may sneak up on you. The most basic and often-overlooked detail is a thorough inspection of the total system. While the front pads may be the obvious problem that got the Civic on the lift, it’s our responsibility, and opportunity, to inspect the entire system. Take a good look at the rear shoes or pads; we’ve seen the friction material separate from the shoes on some older cars.
Toyota Scion TC Brake Service Tips
The replacement of the pads and rotors is straightforward, but there are some things that you should know before you start. This car is designed for ceramic friction material formulations. If everything is operating correctly, it is not uncommon for a set of rotors to last three sets of ceramic pads. Toyota even recommends not machining the rotors if the rotors are within specifications for thickness, thickness variation and runout.
Brake Parts Inc. Takes Leadership Role In New Washington, California Brake Pad Requirements
The friction manufacturer explains its phased approach to reducing copper and other chemical constituents in its formulations.
BRAKE JOB: 1996-2005 Honda Civic
The 6th or 7th generation Honda Civic is one of the most common cars on the roads. While you have probably performed numerous brake jobs on Civics, there are some failures and problems that may sneak up on you.