1990 Chevrolet Cavalier Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier

  • 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 3.1 V6 GAS, CID:189, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:189, Engine VIN:, Desg:T
  • 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 L4 GAS, CID:134, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:134, Engine VIN:, Desg:G
  • 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 3.1 V6 GAS, CID:189, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:189, Engine VIN:, Desg:T
  • 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier VL 2.2 L4 GAS, CID:134, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:134, Engine VIN:, Desg:G

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

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

DISC BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> General Information -> PROPORTIONING VALVE
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 3.1 V6 GAS

The proportioning valve (when used), Fig. , provides balanced braking action between front and rear brakes under a wide range of braking conditions. The valve regulates the hyd...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

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

POWER BRAKE UNITS, GENERAL MOTORS -> GIRLOCK SINGLE DIAPHRAGM TYPE -> Assembly -> Brakes Grab -> Brakes Slow To Release Or Drag -> Brakes Slow To Respond -> DESCRIPTION -> Disassembly -> Excessive Pedal Effort -> OVERHAUL -> TROUBLESHOOTING
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 3.1 V6 GAS

DESCRIPTION

This booster is a single diaphragm, vacuum suspended unit with a lightweight cast alloy housing,Fig. . Vacuum is applied to the front and rear housings. When the brake pedal is released, negative pressure is equalized on both sides of the diaphragm and power piston assembly. Spring tension holds the piston at the rest position. When the brakes are applied, the atmospheric port in the power piston is opened. Negative pressure in the front chamber pulls the diaphragm and vacuum piston assembly, reaction disc and output rod forward. Pressure on the master c...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

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

DRUM BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> General Information -> GENERAL INSPECTION -> ADJUSTER MECHANISM -> BACKING PLATE -> BRAKE DRUMS -> BRAKE LININGS & SPRINGS -> PARKING BRAKE CABLE
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier 2.2 L4 GAS

BRAKE DRUMS

Any time the brake drums are removed for brake service, the braking surface diameter should be checked with a suitable brake drum micrometer at several points to determine if they are within the safe oversize limit stamped on the brake drum outer surface. If the braking surface diameter exceeds specifications, the drum must be replaced. If the braking surface diameter is within specifications, drums should be cleaned and inspected for cracks, scores, deep grooves, taper, out of round and heat spotting. If drums are cracked or heat spotted, they must be replaced. Mi...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

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

POWER BRAKE UNITS, GENERAL MOTORS -> TOYOTA/GM SINGLE DIAPHRAGM TYPE -> ADJUSTMENTS -> Assembly -> Booster Pushrod -> Brake Pedal -> Brakes Drag -> Brakes Grab -> Disassembly -> Hard Pedal/Brakes Inefficient -> Low Or Spongy Brake Pedal -> OVERHAUL -> TROUBLESHOOTING
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier VL 2.2 L4 GAS

ADJUSTMENTS

Brake Pedal
  • With engine running and brake pedal in rest position, measure distance between face of pedal and floor mat.
  • If distance is not 5.79-6.18 inches, adjust pedal height as follows:
    • Remove left lower instrument panel trim section and air duct.
    • Loosen stop lamp switch sufficiently to gain clearance for pedal adjustment.
    • Loosen locknut and rotate pedal pushrod as needed to obtain specified pedal height, then tighten locknut.
    • Adjust position of brake light switch so that plunger lightly contacts pedal stopper and brake lamps are off when pedal is release...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

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

POWER BRAKE UNITS, GENERAL MOTORS -> GIRLOCK SINGLE DIAPHRAGM TYPE -> Assembly -> Brakes Grab -> Brakes Slow To Release Or Drag -> Brakes Slow To Respond -> DESCRIPTION -> Disassembly -> Excessive Pedal Effort -> OVERHAUL -> TROUBLESHOOTING
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24 3.1 V6 GAS

DESCRIPTION

This booster is a single diaphragm, vacuum suspended unit with a lightweight cast alloy housing,Fig. . Vacuum is applied to the front and rear housings. When the brake pedal is released, negative pressure is equalized on both sides of the diaphragm and power piston assembly. Spring tension holds the piston at the rest position. When the brakes are applied, the atmospheric port in the power piston is opened. Negative pressure in the front chamber pulls the diaphragm and vacuum piston assembly, reaction disc and output rod forward. Pressure on the master c...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier AUTOMOBILES

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

HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM, GENERAL MOTORS -> MASTER CYLINDER REPLACEMENT
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet Cavalier VL 2.2 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect wire connector from brake warning pressure switch.
  • Disconnect brake lines fro...

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