Haynes Automotive Brake Manual

Description

Most modern automotive braking systems are actually quite simple to maintain and repair, provided that each step is performed in a careful, deliberate manner. A considerable amount of money can be saved and much knowledge can be gained by taking on these tasks yourself. This will give you a great sense of satisfaction – not only because you saved a bunch of money and your car wasn’t tied up for a couple of days in some shop, but because you’ll know that the job was done correctly.

This manual unlocks the mysteries of the modern automotive braking system. The procedures illustrated throughout the book are general in nature, but with specific differences in component design pointed out where necessary to help you complete each procedure safely and properly. Included are chapters on component and system operating fundamentals, tools and equipment, troubleshooting, maintenance, disc brake pad replacement, drum brake shoe replacement, parking brake systems, brake pedals and brake light switches, hydraulic systems, Anti-lock Brake Systems (ABS) and modifications. At the end of the manual theres a glossary of terms used throughout the book. In short, everything you need to know to successfully maintain and repair your brakes and ensure your safety and that of others around you is in this book.

Table of contents includes:
Hydraulic systems, master cylinders, wheel cylinders, calipers, pressure differential warning switches, metering valves, proportioning valves, combination valves, brake hoses and lines, brake fluid, wheel brakes, drum brakes, disc brakes, parking brakes, power boosters, tools and equipment, troubleshooting your brakes, maintenance, Brake pad replacement, Fixed calipers, Sliding calipers, Floating calipers, Rear pad replacement (calipers with integral parking brake mechanisms), Brake disc inspection, removal and installation, Brake drum removal, inspection and installation, Brake shoe replacement, Duo-servo brake, Leading/trailing brake, Parking brake adjustment, Component replacement, Parking brake lever, Parking brake pedal or pullrod, Parking brake cable(s), Parking brake shoes (drum-in-disc type parking brake), Brake pedal assemblies – Removal and installation, Brake light switches, Brake system bleeding with or without ABS, Brake hose and line replacement, Power booster check, removal and installation, Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS) and finally performance modifications. A chapter is included with important brake torque specs for most cars and light trucks.