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Brake System

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Pay Attention to this Light

Of all the warning lights on your vehicle's instrument panel, there's one that demands your attention.  And that's the brake warning light. Common sense will tell you that if you can't stop, you...
Published on: Apr 13, 2025

Them's the Brakes (Brake Rotor Resurfacing)

Your vehicle's brakes wear out.  It's inevitable. You'll notice it when you step on the brake pedal and feel it harder to stop, or there's vibration when you are braking.  Most modern vehic...
Published on: Mar 16, 2025

Putting a Stop to Brake Problems (Brake Service)

It's safe to say that most drivers take their brakes for granted.  You press on the brake pedal and the vehicle slows down or stops.  It's easy to see why it is so important for your vehicle...
Published on: Dec 08, 2024

Simple Answers from BILL'S GARAGE LTD for Brooks: Power Brakes

Question: What is power brake service and why do Brooks drivers need to have it done? BILL'S GARAGE LTD Answer:Imagine: you pour a tablespoon of water in your hand and throw it as hard as you can. No...
Published on: Aug 25, 2024

BILL'S GARAGE LTD Brake Service

Today's BILL'S GARAGE LTD post focuses on brakes. Braking is slowing or stopping a vehicle. The mechanical aspects of the brakes themselves are just one issue. There’s also the power b...
Published on: Jan 21, 2024

Power Brakes

Basically, the power brake system helps you provide braking power so that you don't have to do all the work with your brake pedal.The brakes themselves are applied at the wheel using hydraulic pressur...
Published on: Dec 03, 2023

How Long Will My Brakes Last? (Brake Maintenance)

If you feel a slight shudder or vibration coming through your brake pedal when you stop, it could be a sign you need some brake work done. That gets you thinking, how long should my brakes last anyway...
Published on: Nov 26, 2023

BILL'S GARAGE LTD Brake Service

Today's BILL'S GARAGE LTD post focuses on brakes. Braking is slowing or stopping a vehicle. The mechanical aspects of the brakes themselves are just one issue. There’s also the power b...
Published on: Oct 29, 2023