Author Archives: Alvin Martin

How to Lubricate a Brake Pedal Linkage

Below guide will teach you How to Lubricate a Brake Pedal Linkage. Please follow the instructions carefully. Things You’ll Need: Flashlight Spray Can of Lubricant(White LIthium Grease) Estimated Costs: DIY Costs: Est. $0.00 parts only Shop Costs: Est. $63.24 parts … Continue reading

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How to Replace a Brake Pedal Return Spring

Below guide will teach you How to Replace a Brake Pedal Return Spring. Please follow the instructions carefully. Things You’ll Need: Brake Pedal Return Spring Needle Nose Pliers Estimated Costs: DIY Costs: Est. $12.96 parts only Shop Costs: Est. $78.53 … Continue reading

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How to Replace a Brake Light Switch

Below guide will teach you How to Replace a Brake Light Switch. Please follow the instructions carefully. Things You’ll Need: Flashlight Combination Wrench Set Needle Nose Pliers Brake Light Switch Estimated Costs: DIY Costs: Est. $23.20 parts only Shop Costs: … Continue reading

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How to Replace Brake Shoes

Below guide will teach you How to Replace Brake Shoes. Please follow the instructions carefully. Things You’ll Need: Screwdriver Mallet Hammer Socket and Ratchet Set Needle Nose Pliers Standard Wrench Set 1/2 in. Drive Ratchet 3/8 in. Drive Torque Wrench … Continue reading

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How to Replace a Brake Drum

Below guide will teach you How to Replace a Brake Drum. Please follow the instructions carefully. Things You’ll Need: Floor Jack Combination Wrench Set Mallet Hammer Socket and Ratchet Set Jack Stand Set Flat Head Screwdriver 3/8 in. Drive Ratchet … Continue reading

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How to Perform a Brake Safety Inspection

Below guide will teach you How to Perform a Brake Safety Inspection. Please follow the instructions carefully. Things You’ll Need: Flashlight Floor Jack Jack Stand Set 1/2 in. Drive Socket Set 1/2 in. Drive Torque Wrench Estimated Costs: DIY Costs: … Continue reading

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How to Perform a Brake Adjustment

Below guide will teach you How to Perform a Brake Adjustment. Please follow the instructions carefully. Things You’ll Need: Floor Jack Combination Wrench Set Breaker Bar Mallet Hammer Socket and Ratchet Set Jack Stand Set Flat Head Screwdriver 3/8 in. … Continue reading

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How to Perform a Front Disc Brake Job

Below guide will teach you How to Perform a Front Disc Brake Job. Please follow the instructions carefully. Things You’ll Need: Screwdriver Combination Wrench Set C-Clamp Socket and Ratchet Set Jack Stand Set 1/2 in. Drive Torque Wrench Brake Anti … Continue reading

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How to Replace a Brake Disc (Rotor)

Below guide will teach you How to Replace a Brake Disc (Rotor). Please follow the instructions carefully. Things You’ll Need: Dial Indicator Combination Wrench Set C-Clamp Socket and Ratchet Set Jack Stand Set Flat Head Screwdriver 3/8 in. Drive Ratchet … Continue reading

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How to Replace Brake Pads

Below guide will teach you How to Replace Brake Pads. Please follow the instructions carefully. Things You’ll Need: Dial Indicator Combination Wrench Set C-Clamp Socket and Ratchet Set Jack Stand Set Flat Head Screwdriver 3/8 in. Drive Ratchet Brake Anti … Continue reading

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