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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Over the years, the ‘Apec approach’ has helped us to build on a reputation for providing, quality, value and service to our customers. As a company, our view has always been that with critical compone ...

Brake discs are safety parts, and, as such, they should be treated with the utmost care during the installation procedure. Although mounting a rear brake disc with integrated bearing is fairly simple, ...

CAUSE: INCORRECT FITTING POSITION (TOP PICTURE = OK; PICTURE BELOW = NOT OK)                               EVIDENCE: VISIBLE IMPRINTS/TRACES ON THE BACKING PLATE ...

The most recent addition to MEYLE’s range of brake parts are platinum disc brakes. These feature a special zinc coating which provides exceptionally long-lasting corrosion protection in comparison wit ...

The job of the brake system is to decelerate the vehicle, as requested by the driver, and bring it safely to a stop at any time. This is achieved by the wheel brakes converting the kinetic energy of t ...

The most important fact to be aware of in brake bleeding is that brakefluid is hygroscopic. That means it absorbs moisture from the air (via the breather hole and the rubber hoses). It is therefore ab ...

TRW’s Technical Manager, Brian Newell, describes a recent garage encounter he came across: “The other day I took a call from a garage having problems installing one of our rear callipers. The issue wa ...

Before attempting to work on the Passat Rear Brake System, it is essential to have the Diagnostic Software Interface and a battery charger available, in addition to the usual workshop tools. The Passa ...

WHO: Corteco WHAT: Handling and storage of brake hoses A common issue at workshop level is the mishandling of brake hoses that can cause safety issues, therefore Corteco is urging installers to take c ...