The brakes on your Ford Bronco are vital to its performance and safety. Brake components and hardware work together to provide the necessary stopping power for your vehicle. Over time, though, these parts can become worn or damaged, making it necessary to replace them.
What brake components and hardware do you need to take care of in your vehicle?
The brake shoes are designed for vehicles with drum brakes, while the brake pads are for vehicles with disc brakes. Your brake’s gripping power will be affected when you don’t change the pads or shoes. In addition, it’ll make annoying sounds every time you slow down your vehicle.
These are two common brake types you’ll find on most vehicles today, and each has its advantage over the other. Generally speaking, most newer cars have disc brakes, but it doesn’t stop you from installing a drum brake in your vehicle, especially in the rear wheels.
The master cylinder controls the pressure sent to the brakes whenever you depress the pedals. Some vehicles have dual-chambered master cylinders to control two respective wheels each. The brake lines take brake fluid from the cylinder to the respective wheels. A leak in the line isn’t a good sign as it can lead to brake failure.
The brake rotors spin while your vehicle is moving and can generate a good amount of heat when the caliper and pads rub against it as you hit the brake pedals. When shopping for the rotors, get the vented rotors as they help dissipate heat. Don’t forget to check the calipers and change them when necessary. The brake booster amplifies the braking power of your vehicle by using a vacuum system so that you only depress the pedals a bit.
Other components of your vehicle’s brake system include:
The brake pedals.
Pedal covers and extensions.
ABS modules.
Your emergency brake handle.
You should ensure they are in top working condition every time to make them safe for use.
The different components of your Ford Bronco braking system make it possible for you to slow down or bring your ride to a stop completely. Therefore, make sure each of these parts is working properly. Shop your brake components now!
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