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When applying the brakes why is there a knocking sound from the drum brakes?
Why are my drum brakes knocking? Cars with drum brakes make a grinding noise when not driven for prolonged amounts of time. ... The rust can be cleane...
Do you need a cdl if you have air brakes on a vehicle?
Can a Class C drive a truck with air brakes? The CDL is NOT required unless the vehicle has a GVWR or a GCWR of 26,001 lbs. or more; is designed to tr...
Hown the left side the bleeder boltonthe caliper is broke can you get out?
Can I bleed my brakes without bleeder valve? Originally Answered Can you bleed your brakes without using a bleeder? Yes, but it generally takes two pe...
How does a car braking system work?
Do cars brake with all 4 wheels? Most modern cars have brakes on all four wheels, operated by a hydraulic system . The brakes may be disc type or drum...
If vehicle with ABS starts to skid what should you do?
What do you do with a skid with ABS? With your eyes focused on your “target”, try to steer the car back on course. If you don't regain control of the ...
Would the power brakes still work if a car's engine overheated and the engine was turned off?
Will power brakes work if the engine fails? However, most brakes today are “power brakes” which means that the engine drives a hydraulic pump which ma...
How do Antilock braking system work?
What is an antilock braking system and why is it safer? ABS [Anti-lock braking system]is an automobile safety system that allows the wheels on a motor...
What is the proper way to use anitlock brakes in an emergency situation in florida?
What is the proper technique of using ABS on a vehicle in an emergency? Vehicles equipped with an ABS braking system ought to provide controlled braki...
How many disc brakes in 4x2 car?
Do all cars have 4 disc brakes? Most of today's vehicles have disc brakes at all four wheels. Some base models have disc on the front axle and drum on...
Why do all your brakes keep locking up on your for Taurus 1996?
What causes all brakes to lock up? There is a long list of reasons that one or all of the brakes on your vehicle might lock up. These can include an o...
How to shift gears in a box truck with air brakes?
How do you drive a box truck with air brakes? To apply the air brakes during normal stops, push the brake pedal down. Control the pressure so the vehi...
Is it a good idea to ride the brakes when traveling down a lone steep grade?
Should you brake when going downhill? Engine braking is a more effective way to reduce your speed while traveling downhill. ... The engine is also bui...