DOT 4 and 5.1 Low Viscosity Brake Fluids
Brake fluid for European vehicles can be confusing. Finding the correct specification can be ambiguous because some manufacturers give a part number instead of a specification in the service information or owner’s manual. The confusion gets even worse when you try to select a brake fluid from your parts supplier. In theory, all fresh DOT
What is Ceramic Technology? (VIDEO)
Understanding how ceramic brake pads work will give you confidence when installing them. Sponsored by Akebono Brakes.
A Complete Job Starts With A Thorough Brake System Inspection
A complete job is critical for optimum driver safety. This video is sponsored by The Group Training Academy.
Servicing Volkswagen Gas Engine Vacuum Pumps
Vacuum brake boosters will probably be with us for a long time. It is the most efficient and economical way to amplify the force exerted by the driver. But where the booster gets its vacuum is changing. VW has been using vacuum pumps to power the brake booster on its diesel-powered vehicles for almost 40
Brake Fluid Specifications
You can go down a brake fluid rabbit hole if you are not careful.
Brake Booster Replacement
Hydro-boost vehicles are not hard to work on, but they do require service information and a working knowledge of the system.
Maintenance Milestones – Porsche Cayenne 2011-2018
In the 1990s, nobody could imagine that Porsche would make an SUV. But, with the help of VW, the Cayenne was born. The first generation (955-957) had problems with coolant, the air suspension and oil leaks. The second-generation (958) was improved and had enhanced reliability and maintenance requirements. Like many German manufacturers, the maintenance schedule
ADVICS Expands Hyundai, Kia, Genesis Coverage
Expansion includes 67 new brake rotor part numbers.
Brake Job: 2009-2015 Toyota Venza
The Venza uses a drum-in-hat parking brake. The parking brake is applied using a foot pedal.
First Brands Group Introduces New Rotor Part Numbers
The expanded line includes rotor coverage for nearly 33 million vehicles in operation.