The Brake System
It has been estimated that more than one third of all cars on the highway have braking problems. Poorly maintained brakes increase the chances of accidents and serious injury as well as result in costly unplanned repairs and diminished resale value. However, simply becoming more familiar with your brakes can help you recognize brake problems early on and make more informed maintenance and service decisions.
 In this section, we'll go over brake physics 101 and see how some basic principles allow your brakes to work. We'll also look at some safety features and review the different types of brakes. You'll also become familiar with some warning signs that your brakes might be failing, and lastly explore some simple maintenance options you can do to keep your car stopping for miles to come.
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