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    |Date: April 13, 2015
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    Removing brake bleeder nuts is often a lengthy, difficult and frustrating task. The nuts rust easily and, as they’re usually placed in inaccessible areas, it makes it very hard to remove them. However ...

    April 13, 2015
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  • Comline – Brake disc data improvements

    |Date: February 23, 2015
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    Comline – Brake disc data improvements

    The Comline brand has once again demonstrated its growing prowess by further enhancing the quality of its ...

    The Comline brand has once again demonstrated its growing prowess by further enhancing the quality of its online product data. This most recent enhancement comes in the form of dimension images for al ...

    February 23, 2015
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  • What should you look for from a quality brake caliper remanufacturer?

    |Date: January 22, 2015
    What should you look for from a quality brake caliper remanufacturer?

    What should you look for from a quality brake caliper remanufacturer?

    Michael Flensborg, Sales & Marketing Director for Remy Automotive UK, takes an in-depth look at the reman ...

    Michael Flensborg, Sales & Marketing Director for Remy Automotive UK, takes an in-depth look at the remanufacturing process required of a quality brake caliper remanufacturer. ...

    January 22, 2015
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  • Replacing pads and discs on an EPB-equipped Hyundai i40

    |Date: December 23, 2014
    Replacing pads and discs on an EPB-equipped Hyundai i40

    Replacing pads and discs on an EPB-equipped Hyundai i40

    Charles Figgins, Technical Consultant for Blue Print, guides you through the process of changing rear pad ...

    Charles Figgins, Technical Consultant for Blue Print, guides you through the process of changing rear pads and discs on the Hyundai i40, should you encounter an EPB failure during the MOT test. ...

    December 23, 2014
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  • Brake replacement tips

    |Date: December 23, 2014
    Brake replacement tips

    Brake replacement tips

    When performing a braking service, Delphi strongly recommends that technicians fit new braking accessorie ...

    When performing a braking service, Delphi strongly recommends that technicians fit new braking accessories with every fitment. By replacing accessory kits when changing brake pads, you help ensure a c ...

    December 23, 2014
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  • Why you should never compromise on the quality of brake hoses

    |Date: September 18, 2014
    Why you should never compromise on the quality of brake hoses

    Why you should never compromise on the quality of brake hoses

    Perhaps less publicised, but of no less importance to a vehicle’s braking system, is the humble brake hos ...

    Perhaps less publicised, but of no less importance to a vehicle’s braking system, is the humble brake hose. These perform a simple yet deeply important function: the transfer of brake fluid to the bra ...

    September 18, 2014
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  • Braking best practice

    |Date: September 15, 2014
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    Braking best practice

    Workshops can often forget the essentials when it comes to servicing of braking components, so this remin ...

    Workshops can often forget the essentials when it comes to servicing of braking components, so this reminder from First Line should provide a timely jog to the memory. ...

    September 15, 2014
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    |Date: September 06, 2014
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    How to identify one brake pad from another

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    Lee Quinney, ACDelco’s General Manager, examines the differences in design and function of the various replacement brake pad types. ...

    September 06, 2014
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  • TRW – Brake Fluid

    |Date: August 01, 2014
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    TRW – Brake Fluid

    TRW has introduced ‘TRW Ultra DOT 5.1 ESP’, claimed by the company to be the first brake fluid scientific ...

    TRW has introduced ‘TRW Ultra DOT 5.1 ESP’, claimed by the company to be the first brake fluid scientifically engineered for all temperatures; able to meet the latest demands in complex braking (ESP) ...

    August 01, 2014
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  • MOT tips: how to carry out a brake performance test

    |Date: May 06, 2014
    MOT tips: how to carry out a brake performance test

    MOT tips: how to carry out a brake performance test

    A number of changes have been made to the brake performance test, so it’s important that test stations un ...

    A number of changes have been made to the brake performance test, so it’s important that test stations understand how to carry these out accurately. For this example we’ll be using a conventional roll ...

    May 06, 2014
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  • Brake calipers – how to resolve issues

    |Date: May 03, 2014
    Brake calipers - how to resolve issues

    Brake calipers – how to resolve issues

    Author: Michael Flensborg, UK Sales & Marketing Director of Remy Automotive ...

    Author: Michael Flensborg, UK Sales & Marketing Director of Remy Automotive ...

    May 03, 2014
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  • Brake fluid checks – how to avoid ‘vapour lock’

    |Date: April 27, 2014
    Brake fluid checks - how to avoid 'vapour lock'

    Brake fluid checks – how to avoid ‘vapour lock’

    Choosing the appropriate brake fluid, according to vehicle needs is crucial. It is just as important to ch ...

    Choosing the appropriate brake fluid, according to vehicle needs is crucial. It is just as important to check brake fluid regularly and, when moisture content is too high, to replace it.  Testing brake ...

    April 27, 2014
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  • Handbrake cables – why check them?

    |Date: November 14, 2013
    Handbrake cables - why check them?

    Handbrake cables – why check them?

    According to research conducted by the company, TRW suggests that only 2% (4.2 million) of the European c ...

    According to research conducted by the company, TRW suggests that only 2% (4.2 million) of the European car parc changes parts, such as handbrake cables, on an annual basis; thus, potentially putting ...

    November 14, 2013
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  • Pad and caliper fitment/removal – avoiding brake noise

    |Date: October 11, 2013
    Pad and caliper fitment/removal - avoiding brake noise

    Pad and caliper fitment/removal – avoiding brake noise

    Ferodo's garage research confirms that brake noise is one of the most common reasons for customers to bri ...

    Ferodo's garage research confirms that brake noise is one of the most common reasons for customers to bring their cars back for rectification. Here we show some of the key steps involved with avoiding ...

    October 11, 2013
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