Tag: brake pad set
Why Are My Brakes Smoking?
So you’re driving to the office, and you suddenly smell smoke. Alarmed, you wonder what it could be—until you see smoke coming from the back of your car. Now, it...Read more
Car Care Month & COVID-19: Prep Your Vehicle for Emergencies
April is National Car Care Month—and it’s less than two weeks away. Now, with the exception of our brave health workers and other frontliners who are working hard to fight...Read more
How Often Do Brakes Need to Be Replaced?
A vehicle’s brake system is one of its most critical safety features. It allows you to slow down or bring the vehicle to a complete stop when necessary. But as...Read more
5 Car Date Ideas (and How To Prep Your Car for a Sweet Getaway)
Love is in the air this month—and if you’re looking for romantic date ideas that won’t break the bank and allow you to avoid the crowds this Valentine’s day, here...Read more
Better Together: A Guide to Buying Parts in Pairs
Is your car looking a little worse for wear? Or do you know someone who’s been saving up for ages to fix their ride? Show them some love this Valentine’s...Read more
Brake Dust: What You Need to Know to Keep Your Wheels Clean
You know that black residue that builds up on your car’s wheels? Yup, that’s brake dust. It’s a naturally occurring phenomenon that’s hard to eliminate. But with a few helpful...Read more
Squeaky Brakes: What Do They Mean & How to Fix Them
Nothing—except, perhaps, 90s boy band music—sounds worse than squeaky brakes. Every time you press the brake pedal, the unnerving sound fills your ears. Besides turning up the radio, and masking...Read more
How to Replace Front Brake Pads
Brake pad replacement is usually one of the easier automotive repairs. Many people attempt it shortly after learning how to perform other basic tasks, such as changing engine oil. But...Read more
How to Diagnose Worn Brake Pads
Diagnosing a set of worn brake pads is pretty easy. Generally, all you need are your eyes and a few simple tools. Note: The following is a general guide for...Read more
Common Symptoms of Bad Brake Pads
Brake pads are a crucial yet frequently neglected part of your car. All too often, you’ll hear a vehicle that makes a horrendous grinding noise while braking. That sound usually...Read more
Common Symptoms of a Bad Brake Disc
Here’s a novel concept: Disc brake systems contain brake discs, which are also referred to as rotors. Like brake pads, rotors are considered wear items that require periodic replacement. I...Read more
How to Replace a Brake Caliper
Brake caliper replacement is pretty simple – until you get to the bleeding part. Then you’ll need a friend (and possibly a whole lot of patience) to finish the job....Read more
How to Diagnose a Faulty Brake Caliper
Before spending your hard-earned money on a new caliper, you’ll want to make sure the old one is bad. The good news is that caliper diagnosis is straightforward and doesn’t...Read more
Bad Brake Caliper Symptoms: 7 Signs to Watch Out For
If you’re like me—and almost everyone else on the planet—you rarely think about your brake calipers. While brake pads must be replaced periodically, calipers should last the life of the...Read more
How to Replace a Wheel Hub
Wheel hub assembly replacement is easy—at least, that's what YouTube leads you to believe. But the job doesn't always go smoothly in the real world, and I can personally attest...Read more
Maintenance You Should Perform on Your Vehicle to Increase Its Resale or Trade-In Value
With Labor Day weekend fast approaching, now is the perfect time to start thinking about selling or trading in your current vehicle and purchasing a new one. The end of...Read more
Signs Your Vehicle Isn’t Running Properly: 10 Symptoms You Should Never Ignore
Many modern cars feature high-tech diagnostic systems that monitor the health of the vehicle. Still, drivers will ignore common warnings that something is wrong. While it's okay to prolong a...Read more
Things to Remember When Buying Brake Pads
It takes very little talent to drive fast in any car. All you need to do is mash the accelerator to the floor and watch the speedometer climb. The opposite...Read more
10 Essentials: The Pre-Road-Trip Car Maintenance Checklist
Memorial Day weekend’s coming up, and we hope you’re just as thrilled as us for the opportunity to go on a road trip. (LA to Cayucos for this writer! Where...Read more
Power Stop Z36 Brake Rotor and Pad Install
My 2007 Chevrolet Suburban was due for brakes as well as new rotors. I decided to make it a father/son project and teach my 13 year old son how easy...Read more
A Short Course on Brakes
The modern automotive brake system has been refined for over 100 years and has become extremely dependable and efficient. The typical brake system consists of disk brakes in front and...Read more
