Saturday, December 29, 2007

Braking Knowledge

BRAKING LIBRARY

How Anti-Lock Brakes Work

Stopping a car in a hurry on a slippery road can be challenging at best and at worst very scary. Anti-lock braking systems (ABS) help alleviate the danger. Learn how anti-lock brakes prevent skidding, check out what that sputtering is, and find out how effective they really are.

How Brakes Work

A car's brakes are probably the most critical system on the vehicle -- if they go out you have a major problem on your hands. Find out exactly what happens after you push the brake pedal.

How Disc Brakes Work

Disc brakes are the most common brakes found on a car's front wheels, and they're often on all four. This is the part of the brake system that does the actual work of stopping the car. Find out all about disc brakes.

How Drum Brakes Work

Many cars today use drum brakes on the back two wheels. They are harder to service, but less expensive to manufacture. Get the complete scoop on drum brakes and check out some amazing graphics!

How Master Cylinders and Combination Valves Work

The master cylinder provides the pressure that engages your car brakes. Learn how the master cylinder works with the combination valve to make sure you can brake safely.

How Power Brakes Work

Power brakes are fairly ingenious machines. These systems allow you stop a car with a simple twitch of your foot. Take a look inside the black cannister that provides the power.

When I put my car in park what really keeps it from moving

When I put my car in park what really keeps it from moving?

Could anti-lock brakes detect a flat

Could anti-lock brakes detect a flat?

What are the different types of brake fluid?

What are the different types of brake fluid?

What do the brake warning lights mean in my car?

What do the brake warning lights mean in my car?

Why do brake lines have so many bends and loops

Why do brake lines have so many bends and loops?

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