Brakes
7 Contaminated Brake Fluid Indicators
Brake fluid is essential to your vehicle’s brake performance. Here are five signs your brake fluid may be dirty and when it’s time to schedule a brake service.
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Your Nearest Store:
7980 S Broadway
Littleton, CO
303.515.7308
Most stores are open nights and weekends
Store Hours:
| Day(s) | Hours |
|---|---|
| MON-FRI: | 7:00am-7:00pm |
| SAT: | 7:00am-6:00pm |
| SUN: | 9:00am-5:00pm |
| JULY 4TH: | Closed |
Parking Brake Repair & Service
FIRESTONE COMPLETE AUTO CARE PERFORMS NEARLY
ONE MILLION BRAKE REPAIRS EVERY YEAR.
PARKING BRAKE
An e-brake - also known as the emergency brake, hand brake or parking brake - is attached to a cable that is directly connected to the brake system. When you engage the e-brake, the cable is immediately pulled and the e-brake is activated. The e-brake is used to keep your vehicle stationary when parked and in emergency stopping situations.
The e-brake is independent from the vehicle's hydraulic brakes and can save your life in the event that the hydraulics brake ever fail you. The e-brake should not be used during regular driving, as it can damage the e-brake cable or the brake shoes and rotors in your hydraulic brakes. Engaging the e-brake during regular driving can also result in spinning out, which is why the e-brake is only meant to be deployed while driving in an emergency - giving it the name “emergency” brake. If you ever do find yourself in the rare but dangerous situation of failing brakes, try to engage the e-brake slowly to slow the vehicle down and minimize the likelihood of spinning out. Bring your vehicle into Firestone Complete Auto Care and we will inspect everything, from the brake fluid to the brake pads, calipers and rotors.
EMERGENCY BRAKE STUCK
Is your emergency brake stuck? At Firestone Complete Auto Care, we offer a free brake check and will inspect your emergency brake / hand brake for free. Our Tire and Auto Service Professionals can assess whether your e-brake cable needs an adjustment, needs repair or replacement. Over time, an e-brake cable can weaken and become rusted or corroded, which can cause the emergency brake cable to lose slack or even snap. An emergency brake can also become stuck in freezing weather.
Cars serviced at Firestone Complete Auto Care run newer, stronger, longer. Come experience the Firestone difference with a free emergency brake inspection at your neighborhood Firestone Complete Auto Care store today.
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Auto Brake Parts from Firestone
From brake pads to brake rotors, brake calipers to the master cylinder, Firestone auto professionals install or replace brake parts using the best brands.
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Brake Fluid Exchange & Repair Services
Brake fluid service includes testing, flush, and exchange of your brake fluid at your nearby Firestone Auto. Schedule an appointment online or visit us today!
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Brake Inspection & Services
Experiencing brake problems? Your nearby Firestone Complete Auto Care can check your brakes, do a brake fluid change, and more. Visit a nearby location today.
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Brake Repair
Your Firestone Complete Auto Care offers free brake checks 7 days a week. Have confidence your brakes are working right. Schedule an appointment or visit today!
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Brake Rotors
Visit Firestone Complete Auto Care near you to find out more about brake pad and rotor replacement costs and get your professional brake inspection.
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Disk Brakes vs. Drum Brakes
Learn the difference between disk brakes vs. drum brakes. Find out what types of brakes your car has at Firestone Complete Auto Care.
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How Do Car Brakes Work
Learn how hydraulic car brakes work on cars and trucks. Find out how to care for disc brakes and drum brakes at Firestone Complete Auto Care.
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Parking Brake Repair & Service
Need an e-brake check? If you have a loose handbrake or stuck emergency brake, get it repaired at Firestone Complete Auto Care. Make an appointment today!
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Qualis Rotors & Brake Drums
At Firestone Complete Auto Care, we use only use the best brake parts. That's why we use Qualis rotors and drums when servicing your car brakes.
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Wagner Brake Pads
Firestone Complete Auto Care uses Wagner brakes when performing brake service. Wagner brake pads are the No. 1 brake pad in North America.
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Regenerative Braking Explained: Your Questions Answered
Regenerative braking offers electric and hybrid cars an innovative way to harness energy from brakes. Learn more with this in-depth guide.
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Brakes
Get to Know the Essential Parts of Your Braking System
Although braking is second-nature to most drivers, many don't understand how brakes function. Get to know the essential parts of your braking system here.
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