III. Writing exercises:

Exercise 1. Complete the sentences with the suggested words: sets; wear;friction;

Brake pads and shoes are sold in matched axle ________ (both fronts or both rears) and should be installed in matched sets on the vehicle. Many vehicles are very sensitive to the type of _________ material in the linings so you should recommend a premium grade of replacement linings that are the same basic type (or better) of friction material as the OE linings to maintain the same feel, __________ and stopping power.

Exercise 2. Fill in the table with words and expressions from the text:

	parts	systems	processes
Example: Most vehicles still have	disc brakes in the front and drums in the rear
Many vehicles are very sensitive to
Ceramics are also quieter than
Rotors and drums may need to be resurfaced or replaced when

Exercise 3. Compose a story on one of the topics (up to 100 words):

“Parts in the brake system”

“Disc brake pads and drum brake shoes”

“Ceramic-based friction materials”

“Replacing calipers and wheel cylinders”