22 | February 2016
Complete brake
service tips
Service guidelines to aid in your diagnosis
By Mike Mavrigian
B
rake service requires more than sim-
ply replacing rotors and pads. Rather
than repairing the obvious issue(s),
we need to determine the cause of the
concerns to avoid repeating the problem.
Taking the time to inspect the system will
avoid comebacks and result in a satisfed
customer. This brief article provides service
guidelines as well as a variety of tips to aid
in your diagnosis.
Pre-installation wash
We've addressed this in the past, and will
continue to do so. Whether you're dealing
The Chassis
Brake rotor temperatures can rise to extreme levels during braking. The example shown here
depicts extreme rotor heat testing at Advics' testing facility. During extreme braking condi-
tions, rotors can experience upwards of 1,200 to 1,400 degrees F.
Photo
courtesy
of
Advics
North
America
Inc.