Related Terms • Brakes • Brake Bleeding • Brake Drum • Brake Fluid • Brake Job • Brake Lining • Brake Rotors • Brake Shoe • Caliper • Parking Brake • Master Cylinder • Wheel Cylinder

Definition: A brake shoe and lining assembly used with disc brakes.

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DIY: Disc Brakes
These instructions will help you change the disc pads on most popular vehicles. Be sure to READ these instructions completely before you begin.

DIY: Drum Brakes
This is a good job for a moderately skilled DIY. It only takes about three hours to do and will save you quite a few bucks. Plus you will get the satisfaction of saying "I did it myself!"

DIY: Wheel Cylinders
Here's a good job for the DIY that's easy and will save you a few bucks.

Bargain Brake Jobs
Your brakes are the most important part of your vehicle. You need to be sure the job is done completely and correctly.