For courses in Automotive Brake Systems or Chassis Systems in colleges or proprietary schools. Unlike other books which seem to offer little more than service manual material Automotive Brake Systems reflects Halderman's real world experience. It offers complete coverage of the parts, operation, design, and troubleshooting of brake systems, and answers the "why's" along with the "how's."

Auto Brakes explains the theory, operation, diagnosis, and service of modern brake systems. Coverage includes the latest developments in the area of brakes technology, including anti-lock brake systems (ABS) and traction control systems (TCS). This text can be used to learn brake system theory and service for ASE test preparation. Content is correlated to the NATEF Task List.

Save time and hundreds of dollars by learning how to repair and overhaul your car’s brakes. There are many automotive tasks that are best left to qualified and certified professionals when considering repairing your automobile. There are also many tasks that can be tackled by the weekend do-it-yourselfer with a decent level of instruction. While just about any system repair or overhaul on more modern cars has gotten more complex over time, brake diagnosis and repair is still well within reach for the home mechanic with a reasonable set of hand tools. In Brake Repair: How to Diagnose, Fix, or Replace Your Car's Brakes: Step-By-Step, ASE technician and professional instructor Steven Cartwright takes you through the entire process of servicing your car’s brakes to like-new condition. Ten informative chapters cover everything you will need to know, including chapters on brake history, an overview of function, types of brakes, power assist, troubleshooting, electronic controls such as ABS, and finally, a complete chapter showing you how to do an entire brake job in step-by-step color photos. With traditional dealership labor rates hovering around $125 per hour these days, it is easy for a standard four-wheel disc brake job to cost close to $1,000 when all is said and done. With the help of this book, you will be able to competently and confidently complete the task in similar fashion for less than half the cost, paying for this book many times over the very first time you use it. Add this valuable tool to your library today.

The Auto Brakes Shop Manual contains thorough coverage of the tasks listed in the A5 Brakes area of the NATEF Task List. Each job in this manual is a hands-on activity, and most jobs correspond to one or more of the NATEF tasks. The jobs have been carefully organized and developed to increase the chances of passing the related ASE tests by having the reader apply what has been learned in the classroom. This manual steps through all of the NATEF tasks in the A5 Brakes area, which include inspecting, testing, and diagnosing brake systems; removing and replacing self-contained components; and removing, overhauling, and reinstalling major components.

Modern car braking systems are designed to a very high standard, but the need for the home mechanic to know how to maintain their braking system is as important as ever. Whether upgrading your brakes at home or for the race track, Car Brakes offers guidance on upgrading, repairing and maintaining car braking systems. With step-by-step instructions, the book covers the key principles of braking systems, both drum and disc; stripping and rebuilding disc and drum brakes, and the replacement of brake pads and callipers; rebuilding and maintaining handbrakes and how to install a hydraulic handbrake; replacing and repairing brake lights; upgrading your brakes and finally, fault-finding and safety tips. Fully illustrated with 121 colour photographs and step-by-step instructions.

This most comprehensive, up-to-date, one-part book on automotive braking systems provides both theory and service information for the experienced user. Numerous illustrations combine with clear writing to explain every aspect of all manufacturers' braking systems. A general approach to service operations makes it possible for the user to complete a repair job successfully, regardless of the tools or equipment available. A chapter on high performance cars provides a thorough look at "the best" braking s

The Auto Brakes Workbook provides questions that reinforce and review textbook content. Organized to follow the textbook on a chapter-by-chapter basis, the Workbook assignments help students engage with the textbook content and aid in effective retention of key facts, ideas, and concepts.

Automotive Braking Systems, published as part of the CDX Master Automotive Technician Series, teaches students the knowledge and skills they need to effectively maintain, diagnose, and repair automotive braking systems.

With current content and dynamic features, Brakes: Fundamentals of Automotive Technology bridges the gap by meeting and exceeding the applicable 2012 National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) Automobile Accreditation Task Lists for brakes. Automotive technicians need to know how to safely and effectively perform maintenance, diagnose, and repair brake systems on automobiles. Brakes: Fundamentals of Automotive Technology provides all of the critical knowledge and skills necessary for technicians of all levels to perform these essential tasks. Brakes: Fundamentals of Automotive Technology features: Current ContentApplicable 2012 brakes tasks are provided at the beginning of each chapter. The task tables indicate the level of each task--Maintenance & Light Repair (MLR), Auto Service Technology (AST), and Master Auto Service Technology (MAST), and include page references for easy access to coverage.Relaxed, Readable TextbookBrakes: Fundamentals of Automotive Technology is written in a clear, accessible language creating a learning environment in which students are comfortable with the material presented. That comfort level creates an effective and engaging learning experience for students, translating into better understanding and retention, ultimately leading to better pass rates. Reinforcement of ConceptsThis text is written on the premise that students require a solid foundation in the basics followed by appropriate reinforcement of the concepts learned. Reinforcement is provided with written step-by-step explanations and visual summaries of skills and procedures. Each chapter also concludes with a comprehensive bulleted list summarizing the chapter content, and ASE-Type questions to help students test critical thinking skills and gauge comprehension. The ASE-Type questions help students familiarize with the format of the ASE certification examination. Clear Application to Real-World PracticesYou Are the Automotive Technician case studies begin each chapter, capturing students' attention and encouraging critical thinking. Safety, Technician, and Caring for the Customer tip boxes provide real-world advice from experienced technicians. Brakes: Fundamentals of Automotive Technology gives students a genuine context for the application of the knowledge presented in the chapter. This approach makes it clear how all of this new information will be used in the shop. Highly Descriptive and Detailed Illustrations Automotive technology is a technical subject area. With this in mind, this text includes scores of photographs and illustrations to help students visualize automotive systems and mechanical concepts.

Brakes are one of the most frequently repaired maintenance items on vehicles and a critical component to racing success. Whether you're an auto enthusiast, brake repair professional or avid racer, a thorough understanding of how brakes function and operate is important.