Jim's Auto Repair
1465 E 550th Rd Casey, IL 62420 | (217) 246-4212

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ABS - Anti-Lock Brakes

There’s a common misconception that Anti-Lock Brakes help you stop faster.  That is not always the case on loose gravel or snowy surfaces.  Anti-Lock Brakes, in fact, are designed to h...
Published on: Jun 15, 2025

Stopping "Brake" Downs (Brake Pad Replacement)

If someone tells you to put the brakes on something, you know it means stop.  And stopping is one of the most important safety maneuvers you can do in any vehicle.  That means your brakes ha...
Published on: Mar 30, 2025

Brake Service At Jim's Auto Repair In Casey

{{ image('MTg4') }} Most Casey drivers know that braking means slowing or stopping a vehicle. The mechanical aspects of the brakes themselves are just one issue. There's also the power brake system a...
Published on: Dec 08, 2024

Simple Answers from Jim's Auto Repair for Casey: Power Brakes

{{ image('MzQ0') }} Question: What is power brake service and why do Casey drivers need to have it done?Jim's Auto Repair Answer:Imagine: you pour a tablespoon of water in your hand and throw it as h...
Published on: Feb 19, 2024

Simple Answers: Disc Brakes

Question What are the signs that I need a brake job? Answer Signs of brake problems often fall into one of two categories: making noise or a pulsation in the brake pedal.  Let's start with the...
Published on: Nov 29, 2022

Anti-lock Brakes

We rely on our brakes to safely slow and stop our vehicles. You’ve probably had the experience where you’ve slammed on your brakes and started to skid. When your wheels are locked up, you ...
Published on: Oct 01, 2022

Pay Attention to this Light

Of all the warning lights on your vehicle's instrument panel, there's one that demands your attention.  And that's the brake warning light. Common sense will tell you that if you can't stop, you...
Published on: May 29, 2022

Now, Stop Right There! (Driving with ABS Brakes)

Do you know what kind of braking system you have on your vehicle?  It matters.  Do you think you should pump your brakes to get them to stop better on a slippery surface? Or are they the new...
Published on: Oct 21, 2021