1990 Chevrolet Astro Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1990 Chevrolet Astro

  • 1990 Chevrolet Astro 2.5 L4 GAS, CC:2474, CID:151, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:151, Engine VIN:, Desg:E
  • 1990 Chevrolet Astro 4.3 V6 GAS, CID:262, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:262, Engine VIN:, Desg:Z
  • 1990 Chevrolet Astro 4.3 V6 GAS, CID:262, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:262, Engine VIN:, Desg:B

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Astro AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Chevrolet Astro cars and light trucks from 1990+.

POWER BRAKE UNITS, GENERAL MOTORS -> Delco-Moraine Brake Boosters -> SINGLE DIAPHRAGM TYPE -> Assemble -> BOOSTER SERVICE -> DESCRIPTION -> Disassemble -> OPERATION
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Astro 2.5 L4 GAS

DESCRIPTION

These power brake units, Figs. and , are a combination vacuum-hydraulic brake booster of the vacuum suspended type which use engine intake manifold vacuum and atmospheric pressure for its power.

These units consist of a vacuum power section and an hydraulic master cylinder section. The vacuum power section contains a power piston with rolling diaphragm mechanism and power piston return spring.

The control valve is made up of an air valve and floating vacuum control valve assembly. The reaction mechanism consists of an hydraulic piston, reaction plate and a series...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Astro AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Chevrolet Astro cars and light trucks from 1990+.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> Four Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System -> SYSTEM SERVICE -> BLEEDING EHCU MODULE
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Astro 2.5 L4 GAS

BLEEDING EHCU MODULE

The EHCU Module should be bled after replacement or if trapped air is in the unit. If bleeding is required the module must be bled thoroughly before the wheel cylinders and calipers.

There are two bleeders on top of the unit that appear to be normal bleeders, Fig. . These are modulator bleeders and must remain closed when the unit is not pressurized.

The internal bleeders are on either side of EHCU module. The valves are used to open the internal passages within the EHCU module. Both bleed valves must be rotated 1/4-1/2 a turn counterclockwise before beginning t...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Astro AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Chevrolet Astro cars and light trucks from 1990+.

POWER BRAKE UNITS, GENERAL MOTORS -> Tracker Brake Booster -> POWER BRAKE UNIT, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Astro 2.5 L4 GAS

Refer to Fig. , when replacing power brake unit.

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove master cylinder as follows:
    • Remove air cleaner assembly, then the reservoir lead wire and pressure limit valve wire at electrical connectors.
    • Remove fluid from reservoir using a syringe.
    • Disconnect and plug three brake fluid lines from master cylinder assembly.
    • Remove heat protector bolt from master cylinder bracket.
    • Remove two master cylinder ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Astro AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Chevrolet Astro cars and light trucks from 1990+.

POWER BRAKE UNITS, GENERAL MOTORS -> Bendix Brake Boosters -> POWER BRAKE UNIT, Replace -> 1990-91 C & K SERIES -> ASTRO VAN & SAFARI VAN -> CABALLERO & EL CAMINO -> FULL SIZE EXCEPT 1990-91 C & K SERIES
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Astro 4.3 V6 GAS

CABALLERO & EL CAMINO

Pump brake pedal several times with engine off to deplete accumulator of fluid.

  • Remove two nuts attaching master cylinder to booster, then move master cylinder away from booster with brake lines attached.
  • Remove three hydraulic lines from booster. Plug and cap all lines and outlets.
  • Remove retainer and washer securing booster pushrod to brake pedal arm.
  • Remove four nuts attaching booster unit to dash panel.
  • From engine compartment, loosen booster from dash panel and move booster pushrod inboard until it disconnects from brake pedal arm. Remove spring wa...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Astro AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Chevrolet Astro cars and light trucks from 1990+.

POWER BRAKE UNITS, GENERAL MOTORS -> Bendix Brake Boosters -> TROUBLESHOOTING -> ACCUMULATOR LEAK-DOWN, SYSTEM DOES NOT HOLD CHARGE -> GRABBY BRAKES OR BOOSTER CHATTERS/PEDAL VIBRATES -> SLOW BRAKE PEDAL RETURN
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Astro 4.3 V6 GAS

SLOW BRAKE PEDAL RETURN

  • Excessive seal friction in booster.
  • Faulty spool action.
  • Restriction in return line from booster to pump reservoir.
  • Damaged input rod end.

GRABBY BRAKES OR BOOSTER CHATTERS/PEDAL VIBRATES

  • Faulty spool action caused by contamination in ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Astro AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Chevrolet Astro cars and light trucks from 1990+.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> Four Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System -> DIAGNOSIS & TESTING -> CLEARING CODES -> DIAGNOSTIC CIRCUIT CHECK -> DIAGNOSTIC TESTS -> READING CODES -> WIRING DIAGRAMS
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Astro 4.3 V6 GAS

WIRING DIAGRAMS

Refer to "Wiring Diagrams" in "Vehicle Systems."

DIAGNOSTIC CIRCUIT CHECK

Refer to Figs. and for diagnostic circuit checks.

READING CODES

Trouble codes may be read with the TECH 1 scanner or by jumping terminal "H " of the ALDL to terminal "A" of the ALDL while observing the flashing of the "Anti-Lock" warning lamp. The terminals must be jumped for a few seconds before the code will begin.""

DIAGNOSTIC TESTS

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CLEARING CODES

If the "Anti-Lock" warning lamp stays lit, the codes may be cleared with the TECH 1 scanner or by the following procedu...

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