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    Guide to using Bowmonk’s BrakeCheck unit

    Below is a step-by-step guide to using Bowmonk’s BrakeCheck unit for performing service and hand brake te ...

    Below is a step-by-step guide to using Bowmonk’s BrakeCheck unit for performing service and hand brake tests. 1. Position the BrakeCheck unit on a level surface, such as the passenger side foot well 2 ...

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    Brembo’s guide to better brakes

    Brembo continues its look at how manufacturers can create a smoother braking experience for drivers. As a ...

    Brembo continues its look at how manufacturers can create a smoother braking experience for drivers. As a recap, in part one of this article, noise, vibration and harshness (or NVH) produced by brake ...

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    Ferodo outlines latest development

    PMM ’s Kieran Nee talks to Ferodo’s Marketing Manager Jonathan Allen about the company’s latest technolog ...

    PMM ’s Kieran Nee talks to Ferodo’s Marketing Manager Jonathan Allen about the company’s latest technological development – Fuse+. Hi Jonathan, let’s jump right in. Could you explain the traditional d ...

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    What can be done to reduce brake vibration

    Brembo takes a look at noise, vibration and harshness in brakes and what can be done to reduce them. Brem ...

    Brembo takes a look at noise, vibration and harshness in brakes and what can be done to reduce them. Brembo works with vehicle manufacturers that provide exact information such as the weight and speci ...

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    Meyle provides brake inspection checklist

    Brake inspection can become a breeze with this checklist from performance brakes expert Meyle. The Hambur ...

    Brake inspection can become a breeze with this checklist from performance brakes expert Meyle. The Hamburg-based manufacturer Meyle continues to expand its range of brake components: With these furthe ...

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    Why one workshop chooses LuK products

    PMM hears from one clutch specialist workshop which has used LuK’s products to provide an exemplary servi ...

    PMM hears from one clutch specialist workshop which has used LuK’s products to provide an exemplary service to customers for many years. Established in 1990, A1 Clutches is a passenger car and light c ...

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    Common issues with the ABS sensor

    The humble ABS sensor has helped halt vehicles for decades, but what puts a stop to its own operation? De ...

    The humble ABS sensor has helped halt vehicles for decades, but what puts a stop to its own operation? Delphi Technologies explains common issues and provides tips on replacement. Vehicle technology i ...

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    Why brake calipers could potentially seize

    Shaftec’s Marketing Manager, Joe Toakley, talks to PMM about the potential for brake calipers seizing giv ...

    Shaftec’s Marketing Manager, Joe Toakley, talks to PMM about the potential for brake calipers seizing given many vehicles remained idle or barely used over lockdown, what to look for if you think a ca ...

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    The process of selling a DMF

    Changing a clutch can be lucrative business. Empowered with knowledge and tools, it can fulfil the client ...

    Changing a clutch can be lucrative business. Empowered with knowledge and tools, it can fulfil the client expectation that your workshop can look after them should things go wrong. In this case study, ...

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    Blue Print offers aftermarket technical tips

    As well as its range of products, Blue Print also provides a wide variety of technical information to the ...

    As well as its range of products, Blue Print also provides a wide variety of technical information to the aftermarket. The company’s PROTIPS offer practical support for everyday issues encountered in ...

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    The causes of brake squeal revealed

    Stefano Previtali, Product Marketing Manager at the Italian brake manufacturer Brembo, explains the cause ...

    Stefano Previtali, Product Marketing Manager at the Italian brake manufacturer Brembo, explains the causes of brake squeal and shares his tips for both preventative maintenance and corrective actions. ...

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    Best practice procedure for brake pad replacement

    Charles Figgins, Technical Marketing Manager at Blue Print, presents the best practice procedure for repl ...

    Charles Figgins, Technical Marketing Manager at Blue Print, presents the best practice procedure for replacing the rear brake pads and discs on a Hyundai i40. The Hyundai i40 saloon and tourer estate ...

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    Delphi reviews braking components changing role

    PMM hears from the technical team at Delphi Technologies on how braking components once charged with brin ...

    PMM hears from the technical team at Delphi Technologies on how braking components once charged with bringing a vehicle to a stop, now also have a hand in driving it forward. Vehicles are changing. Th ...

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    Continental expands product range

    Continental is expanding its product range for electric parking brake repairs in the independent aftermar ...

    Continental is expanding its product range for electric parking brake repairs in the independent aftermarket. Workshops can now order both motors and preassembled caliper-motor units as original ATE p ...

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    Textar explains the correct way to fit discs

    All technicians are aware of the importance of checking disc brake runout and routinely carry it out, but ...

    All technicians are aware of the importance of checking disc brake runout and routinely carry it out, but how can this be made easier and more concise in garages? Scott Irwin, Head of Technical Traini ...

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