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Brake components are one of the most important parts of any vehicle and should be inspected regularly. Worn brake components can lead to reduced braking capacity and increased braking distances, directly contributing to a greater risk of an accident. If you don't want to replace these parts frequently, you should have your brake components maintained and cleaned at a regular interval. Here's what we know about cleaning your car's brake parts.
What are the parts of the brake system?
Steps to clean brake parts
Check the condition of the brake discs and pads after cleaning
1. ABS Control Module
Located on vehicles with ABS brakes, this module performs diagnostic checks on the ABS braking system and determines when the correct pressure is sent to each wheel to prevent wheel lock-up.
2. Brake Booster
Reduces the pressure required to apply brakes to allow any driver to operate the brakes. Uses engine vacuum and pressure to increase the force applied to the master cylinder by the brake pedal.
3. Disc Brakes
Disc brakes are usually located on the front wheels and have pads that press against the disc (rotor) when the brake pedal is depressed to stop the vehicle. Said pads are attached to the caliper assembly of the frame.
4. Drum Brakes
Drum brakes are located at the rear of the vehicle and have wheel cylinders, brake shoes and drums. When the brake pedal is depressed, the brake shoes are pressed into the drum by the wheel cylinders, thus stopping the vehicle.
5. Emergency Brake
Operates independently of the main braking system to prevent the vehicle from skidding. Also known as the parking brake, hand brake and electronic brake, the emergency brake is primarily used to hold the vehicle in place while stopping.
6. Master Cylinder
Converts non-hydraulic pressure into hydraulic pressure, which the wheel cylinder uses to press the brake pads against the rotor, thus stopping the vehicle.
7. Brake Pedal
The driver depresses the brake pedal to activate the brakes. When the pedal is depressed, the piston in the master cylinder moves.
8. Wheel Speed Sensor
The speed sensor is a part of the ABS braking system that monitors the speed of each tire and sends the information to the ABS control module.
1. Engine should be off
2. Spray in short bursts at a distance of 18-24 inches
3. Protect all rubber and plastic parts, rims and painted surfaces from overspray
4. After all surfaces are wetted, continue spraying to remove contaminants
5. Air dry, or wipe with a clean cloth
6. Heavy deposits may require repeat applications as necessary
Please make sure you clean all areas that need cleaning, including the following areas
1. Rotors, hubs and rotor contact points
2. Brake pads
3. Cylinders and drums
4. Constant velocity universal joints
5. Clutches
6. Springs, bolts, fasteners and all braking hardware
How do I check the condition of the brake discs and pads after cleaning? Because cleaning does not guarantee that the brake discs and pads will not need to be replaced.
You can visually inspect the brake discs without removing the wheels from the car. However, in order to visually inspect the brake pads, you will need to remove the wheels.
Brake Discs
The side of the brake disc facing you should have a shiny appearance. The main thing to look for is rough spots or visible grooves. This usually indicates that the brake disc has exceeded its minimum thickness and should be replaced.
Brake Pads
Turning the steering wheel in the opposite direction of the brake pads to be inspected will provide a better view. The friction pad will face the brake disc and be surrounded by the caliper and will usually have an inspection hole so that the thickness can be checked. If the brake linings are less than 1/8 of an inch thick (this is about the thickness of a quarter stacked on top of each other), the brake linings should be replaced.
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