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How Brakes Work
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Brakes translate a push of a pedal to slowing down your car – but how? Learn how brakes work, about the physics of braking and see a simple brake system.
What are the brake tools needed for brake tests?
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What are the brake tools needed for brake tests? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn about the brake tools needed for brake tests.
Brake Pictures
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The brake picture gallery has images of brakes from different vehicles and motorsports. Check out these spectacular brake pictures.
How Master Cylinders and Combination Valves Work
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The master cylinder provides the pressure that engages your car brakes. Learn how the master cylinder works with the combination valve to make sure you can brake safely.
How Disc Brakes Work
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Disc brakes are the most common brakes found on a car's front wheels, and they're often on all four. This is the part of the brake system that does the actual work of stopping the car. Find out all about disc brakes -- even when to replace the pads.
How Power Brakes Work
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Power brakes are fairly ingenious machines -- these systems allow you stop a car with a simple twitch of your foot. Take a look inside the black cannister that provides the power.
How Drum Brakes Work
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Many cars today use drum brakes on the back two wheels. Get the complete scoop on drum brakes and check out some amazing graphics!
How Brake Lines Work
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Brake lines are tubes that carry brake fluid between brake components. Learn all about brake lines at HowStuffWorks.
How Brake Rotors Work
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Most drivers know the brakes on their vehicle have to be properly maintained to remain functional. But how many know that they can select new brake rotors based on the type of driving they do?
How Brake Pads Work
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brake It's probably a safe bet that every driver on the road knows that their vehicle needs brakes to slow down or stop.