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Q: What causes a pulsating effect on the brake pedal when I apply the brakes?
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What is the purpose of the Anti Braking System?

Prevents brakes from locking by pulsating the pressure when you apply firmly so they don't grab.


Why does your car lurch when you apply the brakes?

The friction caused by the brakes causes the car to decelerate. This negative acceleration, in turn, causes a force to be applied to all those in the car. This is the lurch you feel.


What causes the noise when you apply the brakes on a 2001 crv?

They are equipped with a "telltale" warning that shrieks when the brakes are applied, with the brake pads are too low and need replacing.


Why are the brake pads and bicycle rims warm when you apply the brakes on a bike?

They are warm because the friction makes the molecules in the brakes move faster, which causes it to warm up.


What causes a car to shake when you apply the brakes?

because the alignment is off Warped or out of round brake rotors/drums.


If you drive through water your brakes may become slippery and ineffective to dry the brakes off?

apply your brakes gently while accelerating at the same time


What causes the brake idiot lite to come on when you apply the brakes in 1980 suburban?

Check the brake fluid reservoir, it may be low on brake fluid indicating it is time to have the brakes inspected.


What causes a ford engine to shut off when brakes applied?

One possiblity could be the power brake booster is shot. When you apply the brakes it creates a large vacuum leak, enough to stall engine.


What causes the steering wheel to shake real bad when you apply your brakes?

Worn bushes or warped brake rotor. Replace faulty item.


Could the rotors be that bad after installing new front brake pads on a 2002 Chevy Blazer when you are driving and apply the brakes it pulsates?

Either warped rotors or drums can cause pulsating. Apply the parking brake slowly while going about 15mph and see if t pulsates. If it does, it is the drums that need turning. If not, it is the rotors that need turning.


Car pull to the right when brakes are apply?

Time for new brakes or adjustment.


Why does my 1995 Oldsmobile achieva brakes grab when you apply the brakes and the car shimmies?

it broke