Pete's Auto Repair

Simple Answers from Pete's Auto Repair for Ferndale: Power Brakes

Question What is a brake service and why do I need to have it done? Answer Imagine: you pour a tablespoon of water in your hand and throw it as hard as you can. Now, suppose you suck up a tab...

Published on: Mar 11, 2024

Power Brakes Service at Pete's Auto Repair

Howdy, Ferndale drivers. Let's talk about your brakes. Basically, the power brake system helps you provide braking power so that you don't have to do all the work with your brake pedal. The brakes the...

Published on: Mar 07, 2024

Simple Answers: Disc Brakes

Question What are the signs that I need a brake job? Answer Signs of brake problems often fall into one of two categories: making noise or a pulsation in the brake pedal. Let's start with the...

Published on: Jul 28, 2023

ABS - Anti-Lock Brakes

Anti-lock brakes (ABS) help you stop faster. That is not always the case on loose gravel or snowy surfaces. Anti-lock brakes, in fact, are designed to help you maintain control of your veh...

Published on: Sep 11, 2022

Brake Service At Pete's Auto Repair In Ferndale

Most Ferndale drivers know that braking means slowing or stopping a vehicle. The mechanical aspects of the brakes themselves are just one issue. There's also the power brake system and brake fluid. ...

Published on: Apr 21, 2022

ABS - Anti-Lock Brakes

Anti-lock brakes (ABS) normally help you stop faster. Anti-lock brakes, in fact, are designed to help you maintain control of your vehicle in an emergency braking situation.Imagine you are...

Published on: Oct 26, 2021

Anti-lock Brakes

We rely on our brakes to safely slow and stop our vehicles. You’ve probably had the experience where you’ve slammed on your brakes and started to skid. When your wheels are locked up...

Published on: Jun 18, 2021

Pay Attention to this Light

Of all the warning lights on your vehicle's instrument panel, there's one that demands your attention. And that's the brake warning light. Common sense will tell you that if you can't stop, you...

Published on: Oct 02, 2020

Brake System