Pads, rotors, calipers, shocks, struts, ABS, and warning signs.
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- What is the primary function of brake pads?
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To create friction against the rotors to slow or stop the vehicle.- At what thickness should brake pads be replaced?
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When they wear to approximately 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick or less.- What do brake rotors do?
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They are discs attached to the wheel that brake pads squeeze against to create braking force.- What is the most common cause of rotor warping?
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Repeated hard braking or overheating from friction, especially while towing or driving downhill.- What are brake calipers?
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The components that squeeze the brake pads against the rotors when the brakes are applied.- What is the primary function of shock absorbers?
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To dampen the bouncing motion of the suspension springs and keep the tires in contact with the road.- What is a strut in a suspension system?
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A combined assembly containing a shock absorber, coil spring, and steering knuckle all in one unit.- How often do struts typically need replacement?
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Every 50,000 to 100,000 miles, depending on driving conditions.- What indicates a suspension spring may be broken?
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One corner of the vehicle sits lower than the others, or the car leans to one side.- What does ABS stand for?
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Anti-lock Braking System.- How does an anti-lock braking system prevent wheel lockup?
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It rapidly pulses the brakes on and off to maintain traction when the wheels try to lock.- What does the ABS warning light indicate?
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A malfunction in the anti-lock braking system that requires diagnosis and repair.- What do tie rods do?
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They connect the steering system to the wheel hubs and allow the wheels to turn left and right.- What are ball joints?
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Flexible pivot points in the suspension that allow the wheels to move up and down while steering.- What is wheel alignment?
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The adjustment of the suspension angles so the wheels are positioned correctly relative to the road and steering axis.
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