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Brake systems on vehicles are typically driven by either pneumatic or hydraulic systems that multiply the force applied by an operator to slow a vehicles rate of speed through the use of friction.
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My brake pedal sinks
If you are saying that the pedal goes to the floor without pressing on it, then it sounds like your brake servo (booster) has a faulty valve. The servo uses the vacuum created by the engine to assist …
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What does "CV" means in "CV Pad Fitting Instructions"?
I didn't know this, but after a quick search it looks like it stands for Commercial Vehicle.
e.g. -
https://www.trwaftermarket.com/en/commercial-vehicles/brake-pads-for-commercial-vehicles/
which s …
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How to ensure even brake pad wear for next time?
There isn’t really anything else you can do.
New rotors (discs) and new pads will give the best success. Scratches on the pad can easily occur from a small amount of rust on the rotor, or even a par …
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Possible to replace brake line fitting?
It depends on how much of the pipes are corroded.
Disassemble the connections and slide the fittings back along the pipe. If the pipe looks good and you just want to replace the connectors, you shoul …
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Is it possible that brake fluid leaked when I compressed my piston?
You could have corrosion or a scratch on your piston. When this part of the piston is against the seal it may leak. It may have been when the piston was fully pressed in to the calliper for the new …
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Tiny amount of fluid/sludge on brake piston. Do I need a new caliper?
You could have corrosion or a scratch on your piston. When this part of the piston is against the seal it may leak. It may have been when the piston was fully pressed in to the calliper for the new pa …
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2003 Ford Escape
Things I would check for :
Calliper partially seizing
Worn wheel bearing
Faulty abs sensor
All of these can cause ABS issues.
The callipers are easy to compare to each other for unevenness. Signifi …
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Feel wheel rotation when pressing hard on the brake
If you are still concerned, then best thing is to get the brakes checked by a mechanic if you don’t know how to do it yourself. …
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Rust on Brake Calipers
This will cause the brakes to stick on slightly and cause heating of brake disc and maybe pulling to one side. I have seen this on a number of vehicles, but does depend on the design of the caliper. …
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Brakes knock and make springing sounds shortly after starting to drive
I have experienced a similar fault on a car where the ABS would come on unexpectedly. This turned out to be a worn wheel bearing which was allowing the gap between the reluctor ring and the abs senso …
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Does cruise control usually involve braking functionality?
The computer then takes over controlling the speed of the vehicle using the brakes. This function is mainly for off-roading. …
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How brake vacuum booster works?
There are valves involved that operate when pressure is applied or removed from the brake pedal. Have a look at these simplified diagrams - http://www.agcoauto.com/content/news/p2_articleid/129
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The position of draining bottle when bleeding brake system
The benefit of positioning the bottle higher, like in picture b, will be that you keep fluid in the pipe near the bleed nipple rather than air, so you are less likely to be able to draw air back into …
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I just changed my brakes and hear a knocking noise when i stop accelerating
Did you tighten your wheel nuts correctly?
This could be a very possible cause.
Check them ASAP.
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Does the brake pedal always vibrate when ABS kicks in?
I can't answer for definite that the brake pedal on all cars vibrate when the ABS kicks in, since I don't have experience with all cars.
When you press on the brake pedal, the brake master cylinder cr …