Nissan Maxima Brake Job (Seventh Gen 2009-’14)
The seventh generation Maxima (A35) was redesigned in 2009 and shares the Nissan D platform with the fourth generation Nissan Altima and second-generation Nissan Murano.These brake systems are known to make noise if the proper procedures and brake materials are not installed properly.
How Long Should A Brake Job Last?
A quality brake job is about ensuring the quality of the work performed and is a mindset for management and technicians.
Brake Job: 2005-’12 Toyota Avalon
In 2005, Toyota’s Avalon underwent a redesign of its third-generation model, which was larger than previous versions and much sleeker.
Drum Brake Service: Focus On Single-Anchor, Floating Shoe Designs
Although four-wheel disc brakes currently dominate the import brake service market, millions of drum brakes are serviced each day in shops.
Shocks, Struts And Tires: What Is The Wear Connection?
The role of ride control and tires becomes even more critical on vehicles equipped with ABS, traction control and stability control systems. As in an emergency lane-change situation, the driver can now steer under panic braking. This means that weight transfer and vehicle pitch can be even more extreme.
Curing Brake Pulsation And Judder Complaints Starts With The Customer
There is one golden question every service writer must ask the customer before recommending any brake service: “What difference have you noticed in your brakes recently?” This question does not lead the customer down any path, but forces them to explain how their brakes feel, sound and perform.
GM’s New Corvette ZR1 Features Brembo Brakes
Brembo brakes also are featured on the Corvette Z06, Corvette Grand Sport and Corvette Stingray.
T2 Top 10: Tire Wear Patterns
A tire can tell you a lot about your vehicle. Here are the 10 most common wear patterns and what causes them.
Diagnosing Brake Roughness For A Lasting Repair
Warped rotors are probably one of the most common complaints from drivers coming into any shop that does brakes. The less confident or sophisticated driver may complain that when he hits the brakes, “the pedal pulses,” “the vehicle chucks during a stop,” or “it shakes my teeth during braking.” Generally, a quick turn of the
VIDEO: Brake Rotor Minimum Thickness Specification
Andrew Markel visits minimum wear specification on brake rotors and how the specification is related to brake pad wear and how far the caliper has to push the pads. Sponsored by Nissan.
