Brakes
About the brake warning light: The brake warning light is a dashboard indicator that is designed to alert the driver of a problem with the brake system. It typically appears as a red or yellow light shaped like an exclamation point inside of a circle. When the brake...
What does brake fluid do? Brake fluid is a type of hydraulic fluid that is used in the brake system of a vehicle. It is used to transfer the force applied to the brake pedal by the driver to the brake calipers, which then apply pressure to the brake pads, causing the...
What is a brake safety inspection? If there’s one part of your vehicle that needs to function correctly, it’s your brakes. Your brakes allow your vehicle to stop when it needs to, allowing you to stay safe while driving. A failing brake system can increase...
Are your brakes pulling to one side? For optimum road safety, it is important that your brakes function correctly. If your brakes are pulling your vehicle left or right, it can be the sign of a problem in your braking system. Brake problems should be inspected and...
What is a parking brake control? Every vehicle has a parking brake control. A parking brake control is a lever that can be manually applied to stop your vehicle from moving. The parking brake is independent of your car’s primary braking system, meaning it can be...
Why is my brake pedal pulsing? You may notice that when you use your car’s brake pedal, you feel a pulsing or vibrating sensation. The most likely cause of this is a warped brake rotor or damaged brake drums. The brake rotor is a thin, metal disc that spins as...
