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Do-It-Yourself
Most new cars require brake service during the first 30,000 to 42,000 miles. It is also important to inspect them for wear before every winter and summer, because extreme temperatures may affect the brakes' effectiveness. Most basic brake repairs are relatively simple to do, as long as you work slowly and carefully follow the manufacturer's guidelines.

Below is a list the typical tasks associated with servicing brakes along with there relative difficulty level.
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Task
Difficulty
Bleed Brake System
ABS Modulator - Replace
ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Replace
Brake Booster - Replace
Brake Cable - Replace
Brake Hoses - Replace
Brake Lines - Replace
Caliper Bracket - Replace
Caliper Guide Pins - Replace
Calipers - Replace
Disc Hardware - Replace
Drum Hardware - Replace
Drums - Replace
Master Cylinder - Replace
Pads - Replace
Proportioning Valve (LSPV) - Replace
Rotors - Replace
Shoes - Replace
Wheel Cylinders - Replace