How Do Brakes And Rotors Function? A brake rotor is linked to the axle in a disc-brake system through lugs that attach the wheel to the hub and hold it. It gives the brake pads a surface to contact, ...

The Parking Brake does not even function using hydraulics; instead, it engages steel cables that are connected to the vehicle's drum brakes.

However, in salty climates vehicle owners do sometimes find calipers need replacement after several years. (Check out our related guide: How Much Does It Cost to Replace Brake Calipers?) (Getty ...

However, in salty climates vehicle owners do sometimes find calipers need replacement after several years. (Check out our related guide: How Much Does It Cost to Replace Brake Calipers?) (Getty ...

Ford is recalling nearly 274,000 of its Expedition and Lincoln-branded Navigator SUVs across the U.S. due to an issue that may cause a loss of brake function.