Brake Fundamentals Flashcards
Study the Fundamentals of the brake system.
Acetone
A highly flammable liquid sometimes used to clean parts.
Air gap
A small space between two parts
Air shock
A shock operating on the principles of air pressure; may also have a hydraulic section.
Bench bleeding
A procedure for bleeding air from a master cylinder before installing it in a vehicle
Bleeder Screw
A small valve-like screw located on each wheel cylinder and master cylinder use to bleed air from the brake system.
Bleeding
The act of removing air from a hydraulic brake system.
Boot
A flexible rubber or plastic cover over the end of wheel cylinders or master cylinder to keep out water and other foreign matter.
Brake
A system used to slow or stop a vehicle; to slow or stop a vehicle.
Brake light
Red lamps at the rear of a vehicle to warn others that a braking action is taking place
Brake light switch
A switch found on the brake linkage or in the hydraulic system that activates the brake lights.
Brake line
A small diameter rigid steel tube that connects the brake system to the brake hose which, in turn, connects to the wheel cylinders.
Brake pads
A friction material applied to the disc by the caliper to slow or stop a vehicle.
Brake warning light
An instrument panel lamp that warns of a brake system function or a malfunction.
Check valve
A valve, usually spring loaded, that allows the passage of fluid or vapor in one direction but not the other.
Circuit
A complete path for an electric current; a compete path for a fluid system.
