Just a quick Peace Of Mind Pointers wrap up on the two episodes on brakes with Jordan Cantillano of Los Angeles Trade Tech. Be sure to check out the full episodes!

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In this episode of Good Carma Podcast, I continue my conversation with automotive instructor Mr. Jordan Cantillano from LA Trade Tech as we go further into brake system basics. We talk about why brake fluid should usually not be “topped off,” how brake fluid level can actually tell you about brake pad wear, and what can happen when air gets into the braking system.

We also get into brake boosters, vacuum leaks, master cylinders, and the surprising ways brake issues can sometimes mimic engine problems. Along the way, we discuss warning signs like spongy or unusually hard brake pedals, dashboard brake lights, and what normal brake feel should actually be like.

We shift into practical habits that can help your brakes last longer — including driving style, excess vehicle weight, tire tread, engine braking, and even why certain tire shine sprays can create problems for both tires and brakes.

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In this Part One episode, I’m at LATTC with professor Jordan Cantillano talking through some basic and not-so-basic information about brakes that's helpful for everyone to know. We talk about pads, rotors, what normal wear actually looks like, and how much your driving style affects how fast things wear out.

We also get into the stuff you’ll actually notice day to day—squeaking wear indicators, that steering wheel shake when rotors are uneven, and how to do your own check on pads and rotors. We talk about the importance of keeping your brake fluid fresh and how moisture can quietly change how the brake pedal feels over time. And more to come next week!

Check out LATTC's huge list of areas of study! There's a class for everyone.

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