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Brake Fluid and Lubrication
Cars, trucks, motorcycles and even bicycles use hydraulic braking. Brake fluid is used to transfer the force applied into hydraulic pressure. In contrast, lubricants enable parts to move opposite each other in a perpendicular manner.
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Can replacing the serpentine belt cause brake fluid to leak?
serpentine belt has nothing what so ever to do with break fluid.only reason it would leak thru serpentine belt replacement is if a brake line or part was broken by accident while installing belt
How do you change the front disc brakes on a Pontiac Vibe?
Remove wheels Re-install 2 lug nuts to secure rotor Loosen (2) caliper mounting bolts Remove 1 bolt caliper mounting bolt completely to allow caliper to swing to access pads Remove outer pad Use "C" clamp and rear pad to retract piston into caliper housing Replace pads Swing Caliper into place and secure PUMP BRAKE PEDAL TO RESET PADS AGAINST ROTOR PRIOR TO MOVING VEHICLE
Edit: Crack wheel lugs. Jack up car. Secure with jackstands. Remove wheel.
Remove two caliper bolts (16mm). Remove caliper, rest on rotor/splash guard (do not rest on brake line). Open hood, open brake fluid reservoir. Use C clamp and old pad to slowly crank the caliper piston back into housing. (1/2 turn at a time) Apply 'disc brake quiet' between new pad and shim. Install new pads in caliper, replace caliper. Replace wheel, torque lugs. Close Brake fluid reservoir.
What does dot mean in brake fluid?
Most brake fluid sold in North America is classified by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), with ratings such as "DOT 3", "DOT 4" and "DOT 5.1". Each designation denotes a particular mixture of chemicals imparting specified ranges of boiling point. As of 2006, most cars produced in the U.S. use DOT 4 brake fluid.
What brake fluid you use for 2003 Honda Accord ex?
dot 3 or 4. bleed the brakes and fill with the same type
Do you need to repack the brakes on my 2007 gmc savana?
Assuming you mean "replace" the brakes, the brakes should be inspected for condition every time the vehicle is serviced and repairs, if any needed, should be done at that time.
How do you do the rear brakes on a 1987 fiero?
Where is the brake fluid reservoir on a 1971 VW bus?
The reservoir is behind the drivers seat mounted to the half wall. Keep it within 3/4" from the filler neck.
I'm just guessing here, but perhaps the brake booster is leaking. It uses engine vacuum to provide braking assistance. It's the large canister thing, usually on the firewall, behind the master cylinder. If it is indeed your brake booster leaking vacuum, you may also notice a change in your idle speed or may experience rough idle. Your engine's computer adjusts your engine's idle according to vacuum. If vacuum is lost anywhere on your engine, the computer may adjust idle inacurately. Whooshing brake sound + changed idle may be diagnostic of a leaking brake booster, although idle won't always change.
If you mistakenly put transmission fluid in brake fluid will it affect the ABS?
no, both trans fluid and brake fluid perform the same function, just have different properties and heat tolerances, make sure a professional flushes the brake system for you, this is the only way to flush it properly
What happens if you put engine fluid in power steering fluid?
You will screw your steering system. You need to flush steering system ASAP. And of course do not drive with engine oil in steering.
How do you lubricate an RC traxxas suspension and what lubricant works best?
Check their site for the recommended lubrication methods and type of lubricant.
http://www.traxxas.com
How do you replace rear brakes on a 2003 Volkswagen Jetta?
If I'm correct you're having trouble retracting the piston on the caliper. If I'm not then don't read anymore. You need to turn the piston clockwise while applying pressure against the piston. The easiest way is in a large vise with a socket against the piston while using channel locks to turn the piston. This is if you don't rent the special tool for this specific task. Don't feel bad I got the answer the same way you did. good luck
How do you type an i without the dot?
Option, Shift B or CAPS LOCK look at a capital i and a lowercase i, I i
Toruqe is the amount of rotational force the engine generates. Horsepower is work performed in a straight line.
Where do you pour the brake fluid on a 1984 F250 truck?
In the brake master cylinder reservoir on the drivers side of the engine compartment near the firewall
Which brake fluid reservoir on 1998 Chevy S10 connects to back brakes?
The brake cylinder connects to both front and rear brake systems. The front and rear brakes are connected though a diagonal fluid distribution system. any more questions email me at philip.dharamraj@hotmail.com
Mix dot 3 and dot 4 brake fluid?
I believe that DOT4 is ok for DOT3 applications, but DOT3 is NOT ok for DOT4
(to remember: "big fish eat the little fish, but little fish can't eat the big fish")
Where in the engine of a Renault clio mk1 is the brake fluid compartment?
close to the white water tank
When flushing the brake fluid how much do you need to replace it?
replace all of it, otherwise it will contaminate the new fluid
What kind of brake fluid do you use for a 2001 Chrysler Town and Country van?
A 2001 Chrysler Town and Country uses DOT 3brake fluid.
How do you balance rear brakes in a Daihatsu Charade 1994?
Rear disc or drum brake systems do not require "balancing" as compared to the mounting of wheel weights on tire. Brake rotors and drums, when built as specified come dynamically balanced from the factory. Quality replacement rotors and drums should not require "turning," or machining down of the rotors either. If the "balance" issue refers to uneven, or extreme wear of on pad/shoe as compared to the other a caliper/cylinder issue can be involved. If you the car is feeling vibration or pulsing during breaking it could be related to rotor warpage, rather than a balance issue.
