Disc Brake Quiz

What is the name of the part that squeezes the brake rotor to slow down or stop the vehicle?

• Exhaust pipe

• Brake lever

• Wheel hub

• Brake caliper

Which part of the disc brake system is responsible for converting hydraulic pressure into mechanical force?

• Brake fluid

• Brake caliper

• Brake rotor

• Brake pedal

What is the purpose of the brake caliper in a disc brake system?

• To hold the brake fluid

• To hold the brake pads and apply pressure to the rotor

• To cool down the rotor

• To adjust the tire pressure

What is the function of the brake rotor in a disc brake system?

• To hold the brake fluid in place

• To absorb heat and prevent the brakes from overheating

• To provide a surface for the brake pads to press against and create friction to slow down or stop the vehicle.

• To provide a smooth surface for the tires to roll on

What tool is used to compress the caliper piston when changing brake pads?

• Hammer

• C-clamp or brake caliper piston tool

• Screwdriver

• Pliers

What tool is used to remove the caliper bolts when changing brake pads?

• Ratchet and socket set

• Screwdriver and hammer

• Wrench

• Pliers

What tool is used to remove the old brake pads from the caliper bracket?

• Screwdriver

• Hammer

• Pliers

• C-clamp or brake caliper piston tool

What are the steps to remove the caliper and old brake pads when replacing brake pads?

• Remove the lug nuts and lift the vehicle without removing the wheel

• Use a hammer to forcefully remove the caliper without loosening the bolts

• Remove the brake fluid reservoir cap and drain the brake fluid

• Loosen the lug nuts, Lift the vehicle and remove the wheel, Remove the caliper bolts, Slide out the old brake pads

What are the steps to install the new brake pads and reattach the caliper when replacing brake pads?

• Remove the brake fluid reservoir cap, remove the brake pads, and reattach the caliper

• Remove the tire, disconnect the brake line, and install the new brake pads

• Remove the old brake pads, clean the caliper, and reinstall the old brake pads

• Remove the caliper, compress the caliper piston, install the new brake pads, and reattach the caliper.