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Explain the hydraulic and mechanical principles of a brake system

Identify the major parts of an automotive brake system

Define basic functions of major components

Compare disk and drum brake systems

Describe the operation of parking brakes

Explain the operation of power brakes

And as AWLAYS:

Answer End of Chapter Questions

The automotive brakes provide a means for using friction to slow or stop the wheels from turning

To stop a vehicle the brake system converts mechanical motion into heat energy

All brake systems include several fundamental parts:

Master Cylinder

Caliper Housing

Brake Lines

Wheel Brake Assembly

Parking Brake

Caliper

Caliper Cylinder

Pads

Rotor

Wheel Cylinder

Brake

Shoes

Brake Drum

As long as fluid is in a sealed

system it transfers force EQUALLY in all directions

Automotive Brake Fundamentals

Disc Brakes

Disc brakes are usually found on the front wheels, but can be used on all four

The typical disk brake system includes:

Caliper

Caliper Cylinder

Pads

Rotor

Chapter Objectives

Disc brakes are usually found on the front wheels, but can be used on all four

The typical disk brake system includes:

Caliper

Caliper Piston

Pads

Rotor

Fluid Pressure

Drum Brakes

Brake System Fundamentals

Drum brakes are often times found on rear wheels but can also be used on all four for some vehicles

Drum Brakes include:

Wheel Cylinder

Brake Shoes

Brake Drum

Boat Load O’ Springs

Basic Brake System

Disc brakes are usually found on the front wheels, but can be used on all four

The typical disk brake system includes:

Caliper

Caliper Cylinder

Pads

Rotor

Pedal Assembly

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