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Trailer Brakes: Connector Outlet Electrical Diagnostics

The owner of a 1999 Dodge 2500 Ram pickup called me mid-summer with an ABS and check engine warning light problem on his instrument panel and no trailer brakes on his fifth-wheel horse trailer.

The Trouble With Troubleshooting Integrated Trailer Brake Controllers

There are many misconceptions floating around about trailer brake controllers. Brake controllers are designed to regulate power from the vehicle to the trailer’s electric braking system.

Bendix Releases Technical Materials for ADAS Support

They are designed to help technicians properly set up, inspect, and diagnose several components integrated with ADAS.

Ford F-150 (2009-2014) Brake Job

There are more than 3.6 million 2009-’14 Ford F-Series trucks on the road today, and the majority of these are the F150 model. The 12th generation of the truck, and specifically its brake system, has had very few problems since most of the brake system was carried over from the previous platform.

2009-2016 Dodge Ram Brake Job Specifications

The fourth generation Dodge Ram is probably one of the most trouble-free brake systems you’ll see. There are light- and heavy-duty brake packages. The light-duty package for the 1500 uses floating dual piston calipers in the front and single piston floating calipers in the rear.

Stepping Up to Big Brake Service

Adapted from Larry Carley’s article in Brake & Front End.

Techs Rock Candidate Profiles – Diesel

Today’s profiles are actively servicing heavy-duty vehicles in the Southwest.

Brake Pad Ecology

The leading source of particulate emissions come from brake pads and tires.

ABS Speed Sensors (VIDEO)

How does the vehicle know when to release the brakes? You guessed it. Active ABS speed sensors. Sponsored by Standard.

The Road To AAPEX Starts Here

Can a 33-year-old Cadillac make it to Las Vegas?