Brakes Repair/Diagnosis

All of the following cause brake vibrations EXCEPT

• Warped Rotor

• Out-of-round Drum

• Hard Spots

• Grease on linings

Which Brake shoe is the primary shoe?

• Shoe facing the front

• Shoe facing the rear

Technician A says brake pedal height is is measured from the vehicle’s floor to the brake pedal when the brakes are applied. Technician B says Brake pedal free play is the amount of pedal movement before the beginning of brake application. Who is right?

• Tech A

• Tech B

• Both A & B

• Neither A or B

Which is the correct order to bleed brakes

• RR-RF-LR-LF

• LF-RF-RR-LR

• RR-LR-RF-LF

• RF-LF-RR-LR

What should you do if your caliper is frozen

• Heat it and compress it

• Lubricate the piston

• Use WD-40 to loosen the Caliper Piston

• Rebuild/Replace

A service writer says a customer’s car has a brake system problem. Technician A road tests the car to detect any strange noises. Technician B checks the car around the master cylinder, brake lines, and wheel assemblies for any unusual odors. Who is right?

• Tech A

• Tech B

• Both A & B

• Neither A or B

A car has a low brake pedal problem. Technician A inspects the brake adjusters. Technician B looks for a maladjusted master cylinder push rod. Who is right?

• Tech A

• Tech B

• Both A and B

• Neither A or B

During a parking brake inspection, the cables were found to be frayed. Technician A says some fraying is okay. Technician B says the cables should be replaced. Who is right?

• Tech A

• Tech B

• Both A and B

• Neither A or B

All of the following are major operations needed for disc brake service, except:

• Rebuilding Caliper Assembly

• Replacing Wheel Bearing

• Turning (Machining) Brake Discs

• Replacing Worn Brake Pads

Technician A says you should hang the caliper by a piece of wire if it is not being removed. Technician B says you can simply let the caliper hang by the brake hose. Who is right?

• Tech A

• Tech B

• Both A & B

• Neither A or B