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One of a pair of curved metal components, lined with friction material, located within a drum brake. The pair is pivoted so the shoe set-up can be expanded by hydraulic pressure to effect braking.

Domain: Automotive; Category: Automobile

Interval that exists between the moment a driver perceives the need to slow and when the brake pedal is touched.

Domain: Automotive; Category: Automobile

Uneven reaction that causes the car to deviate from the straight line during braking.

Domain: Automotive; Category: Automobile

One that limits the hydraulic pressure that can be applied to a set of brakes, reducing the possibility of brake lock-up.

Domain: Automotive; Category: Automobile

Visual or audible warning that worn brake pads need replacing.

Domain: Automotive; Category: Automobile

Segment of friction material attached to each side of a brake caliper which clamps against the rotating disc when the pedal is pressed.

Domain: Automotive; Category: Automobile

Alternative term for Master Cylinder.

Domain: Automotive; Category: Automobile

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