Honda Brakes

 

The new Honda is a complex feat of ingenuity and creativity in the automotive industry and engineering. It's composed of thousands of components that must all work perfectly. As part of our New series we've teamed together with the Honda Certified Master Techs here at your local Honda used and new dealership in Ocala, Honda of Ocala to provide you with information about the various parts that make up the top-of-the-line Honda.

In this article we'll take a closer look at how Honda's brakes function.

If you're a fan of the iconic TV cartoon, "The Flintstones," you'll remember that Fred made use of his feet to pull his car to a standstill. Ouch! Contrary to Fred when you press down on the brake pedal it initiates an array of events that slow down your Honda and bring it to a standstill.

Here are a few essential components of the brake system that you will find in a typical system:

• Brake Rotors with Brake Discs
• Drums for Brake
• Brake Pads Pads
• Calipers
• Master Cylinder Master
• Brake Fluid Reservoir
• Hydraulic Brake Lines
• Emergency Brake

Leverage, Hydraulics & Friction

It's helpful to understand about hydraulics, leverage and friction, the forces that work together to allow your brakes to function. The brake pedal is an intelligently created lever that increases the force generated by your feet pressing on it. If you press it the pedal pushes hydraulic lines to pump brake fluid with pressure, pressing the brake pads that are contained in the calipers on both sides of the brake drum as well as on the interior of the drum till the wheels stop.

The Work of Friction

Friction determines how difficult the slide is an object or object. Different materials slide differently or more difficult over each other. This is why new brake pads have been constructed from materials that offer more friction with the metal. Of course the heat that builds up (think about touching your hands very quickly) requires you to choose materials that are strong enough to withstand the heat like the ceramic used in contemporary brake pads. There are also brake rotors in many cars are "ventilated" using tiny air holes that help to disperse heat.

A Critical Issue

The Master Cylinder and its "slave" cylinders provide the required pressurized hydraulics to the brake mechanism via the combination valve system. Two circuits are available, with two wheels per circuit. This is a security feature in all modern automobiles. If there's an issue with the circuit of one however, it will not cause any harm to the other wheels, which allows the vehicle to stop.

Emergency Brake and Anti-Lock Brakes

It's the Emergency Brake is altogether different. It's a distinct, separate system that isn't dependent on the brake system that is used to function. Most emergency brakes rely on cables and levers to control the brake pads that are located on rear wheel. Electronic parking brakes such as the ones you'll find on in the Honda Ridgeline for sale in 2017 Honda Ridgeline for sale near Ocala and the 2017 Honda Pilot for sale near Marion County, FL use an electric motor to connect the emergency brake cable instead of manually.

A majority of people utilize the emergency brake to serve as a parking brake. It shouldn't be used to stop the vehicle only in the case of last resort when the brake system is not working.

A last word on Anti-Lock Brakes, or "ABS." ABS come into use when you must apply the brakes quickly or on an uneven surface. ABS utilizes a combination of pumps, sensors and valves that "pump" on the brakes as high as 15 times per minute. This creates the characteristic flash when ABS is operating. The goal is to increase the braking power of the brakes and tires at the point where they are locked. That's why it is not recommended to use the brakes in the ABS-equipped vehicle. This could cause the vehicle to slow down more. Press the brakes hard then let ABS do the rest.

You can get a break from the high cost of auto repair at Honda at Ocala

Do you want to avoid the high cost of having your Honda repaired or serviced to its core? Take advantage of the savings on auto services on offer at the Honda of Ocala Service Department. If it's a brake repair or an oil service our Master Techs trained by the factory can fix your car correctly. It's also easy to schedule auto services on the internet with our Honda specials on service coupons. We invite you to explore our Honda specials for service and then use our Honda coupons as soon as you can!

How Long Will Brake Pads Last?

These brake pads in your Honda are engineered to last long and durable however, you'll need to replace them in the future. What is the average time pads for brakes last? It's dependent on where you travel and the kind of brake pads your vehicle has. This being said, Honda brake pads will generally require replacement every between 40,000 and fifty thousand miles. The owner's manual should contain details on the frequency at which you should replace the brake pads on the particular Honda model.

When they're new you'll find that your Honda brake pads are between 8 and 12 millimeters thick. There should be ample stopping ability when your pads for brakes are 6.4 millimeters thick. However, when they get worn down to 3.2 millimeters, you'll require replacing them in the earliest time possible to prevent a brake failure.

Being up-to-date on keeping up-to date with your Honda A1 and Honda B1 service schedule is the most effective method to ensure that your brake pads are in good working order wherever you drive around the Newark region.

How Long Will Brake Rotors Last?

Similar to brake pads, the rotors are also subject to wear and tear down with time. Although they don't need replacement as frequently like brake pads do, the rotors can be dependent on your driving style and road conditions, and might require resurfacing before they get to the point where they need replacement. How long will the brake rotors of your car last? Rotors are expected to last between between 30,000 and 70,000 miles. Also, the owner's manual should have recommendations on when to replace the rotors. If you are concerned regarding your brake rotors arrange your appointment with Metro Honda. Metro Honda's service staff is equipped with the knowledge and skills required to check the brake rotors of your vehicle for the presence of corrosion and wear, and determine if they require resurfacing or replaced.

What are the factors that could affect the the life of the brake pad and rotor?

A few of the causes that could make your brakes wear faster than normal are:

• Driving habits: The brake pads are in contact with the rotors every time you push your brake pedal. The friction that results from this creates heat that causes the brake pads to wear out over time. When you use the brakes or using them for a long time the rotors and pads will begin to wear faster and you might need to replace them earlier than you anticipated.
• Where You drive: If you do the majority all of the driving you do on Hoboken streets , where you'll come across traffic, stop signs and signals, you'll have to use the brakes more frequently than if you drive a lot out on the main roads as your brake pads as well as rotors wear out more quickly. If you also regularly drive on gravel or dirt your brakes could be worn out faster due to debris and grit entering the pads and the rotor.

If it's time to change your brake Pads and Rotors stop by Metro Honda?

Once you've got an idea of the length of time brakes last, you can rely on the experts in auto service in Metro Honda to take care of all your car maintenance and repair requirements. Benefit from our regular coupon and service specials If you have any queries or questions you may call us at our Service Center.