1. Brakes

2. Brakes List two types of brake systems:
- Disk brakes and Drum brakes….

3. Brakes What is hydraulics?
- The science of liquids under pressure. Liquids can not be compressed. Perfect for brakes as well as other applications, such as hydraulic lifters.

4. Brakes List the main automotive brake parts.
- Linings, drums or rotors, brake fluid, master cylinder, wheel cylinders, or calipers, hydraulic lines.

5. Brakes Explain what a brake booster does?
- Assists the driver by increasing the force applied by the master cylinder when the brake is opperated.

6. Brakes
What does ABS stand for?
- Anti-lock braking system

7. Brakes - ECU, wheel speed sensors and hydraulic modulator…
List three main parts of the ABS brake system:
- ECU, wheel speed sensors and hydraulic modulator…

8. Brakes How are disc brakes adjusted?
- Disc brakes are adjusted by the movement of the rotors.

9. Brakes What do you do first, to remove a rotor?
- You have to remove the caliper first.

10. Brakes
What happens if you step on the brake pedal when the brake system is apart?
- Never do this, it will damage the calipers and wheel cylinders.

11. Brakes When checking brakes, what do you look for?
- Look for lining thickness and leaks.

12. Brakes
How full do you fill the plastic container on top of the master cylinder?
- To the full line after the brake job is done.

13. Brakes What is done in a basic brake job?
- Rotors and drums are replaced or resurfaced and the linings are replaced.

14. Brakes How and why do you check the brakes?
- If you hear a noise when applying the brakes, you should remove the wheels to inspect the brakes.

15. Brakes
After replacing brakes on a wheel, what is the first thing you do before working on the next wheel and before the vehicle is moved?
- Pump the brakes until they feel solid.