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A power brake booster, or hydro-boost power brake system, uses hydraulics while a vacuum brake booster uses a vacuum to stop your vehicle.

If your rear brakes are locking up, especially on wet surfaces, you should have a mechanic inspect the proportioning/combination valve.

Dot 3, Dot 4, and Dot 5.1 brake fluids are most common in modern vehicles. They differ in wet and dry boiling points.

Brake fade is the temporary loss or reduction of full brake power. Learn how to reduce the chances of it happening to you.

If you notice the brake pedal is difficult to push, causes the engine to stall, or takes longer to stop the car, the power brake booster is failing.

If you notice the brake pedal is difficult to push, causes the engine to stall, or takes longer to stop the car, the power brake booster is failing.

Common signs include brake fluid leaks, abnormal sounds, and vehicle pulling to the left or right.

Common signs of a faulty brake master cylinder include abnormal brake pedal behavior, contaminated brake fluid, and the Check Engine Light turning on.

Common signs of a faulty brake master cylinder include abnormal brake pedal behavior, contaminated brake fluid, and the Check Engine Light turning on.

Summer's Summer's heat, dust, and stop-and-go traffic will take their tolls on your vehicle. Follow these tips to ensure optimum wellness of your car: Air Conditioning: Have your air conditioning inspected (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/heating-ac-inspection) by a qualified technician. Newer models have cabin...

If your brakes start to feel spongy, the root cause may be the power brake booster. Test your power brake booster to see if it needs replacement.

If your rear brakes are locking up, especially on wet surfaces, you should have a mechanic inspect the proportioning/combination valve.

Brake dust shields reduce the buildup of road grime, extend brake system life, and prevent premature failure.

If you notice the brake pedal is difficult to push, causes the engine to stall, or takes longer to stop the car, the power brake booster is failing.

If you notice the brake pedal is difficult to push, causes the engine to stall, or takes longer to stop the car, the power brake booster is failing.

Common signs include brake fluid leaks, abnormal sounds, and vehicle pulling to the left or right.

Common signs of faulty car brake rotors include noisy brakes, vibrations that can be felt through the pedal, and score marks on the rotor.

Common signs of a faulty brake master cylinder include abnormal brake pedal behavior, contaminated brake fluid, and the Check Engine Light turning on.

Summer's Summer's heat, dust, and stop-and-go traffic will take their tolls on your vehicle. Follow these tips to ensure optimum wellness of your car: Air Conditioning: Have your air conditioning inspected (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/heating-ac-inspection) by a qualified technician. Newer models have cabin...

Brake pads and brake rotors wear out over time. How long brakes last depends on the brake material, as well as your driving patterns.