1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban

  • 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban 6.2 V8 DIESEL, CID:379, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:379, Engine VIN:, Desg:C
  • 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:350, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:350, Engine VIN:, Desg:K

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban cars and light trucks from 1990+.

POWER BRAKE UNITS, GENERAL MOTORS -> Delco-Moraine Brake Boosters -> POWER BRAKE UNIT, Replace -> 1990-91 C & K SERIES -> ASTRO & SAFARI VAN -> CABALLERO & EL CAMINO -> FULL SIZE EXCEPT 1990-91 C & K SERIES -> LUMINA APV, SILHOUTTE & TRANS SPORT -> S/T 10 & 15 & BRAVADA
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban 6.2 V8 DIESEL

CABALLERO & EL CAMINO

  • Remove vacuum hose from check valve and master cylinder retaining nuts.
  • Pull master cylinder forward so it clears mounting studs and move to one side. Support cylinder to avoid stress on hydraulic lines.
  • Remove power unit to dash nuts.
  • Remove brake pedal pushrod retainer and disconnect pushrod from pin.
  • Remove power brake unit from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

ASTRO & SAFARI VAN

  • Disconnect master cylinder from power brake unit.
  • Disconnect power brake unit pushrod from brake pedal.
  • Remove power brake unit retaining nuts and the power brake unit.
  • Rev...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban cars and light trucks from 1990+.

HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEMS, GENERAL MOTORS -> HEIGHT SENSING PROPORTIONING VALVE, Adjust
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban 5.7 V8 GAS

The height sensing proportioning valve must be adjusted whenever the valve and/or linkage is disassembled or removed for service. In addition, adjustment should be checked if excessive front wheel lock-up is experienced with a lower than desired brake application rate when vehicle is at or near maximum GVWR.

  • Raise and support vehicle leaving wheels on, and allow axle to hang free (no load condition).
  • Remove lever retaining nut and disconnect lever from valve shaft, Fig. .
  • Rotate valve shaft to permit installation of correct adjustment gauge, Fig. ,...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban cars and light trucks from 1990+.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> Four Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System -> COMPONENT REPLACEMENT -> EHCU MODULE -> FRONT WHEEL SPEED SENSOR -> REAR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban 6.2 V8 DIESEL

EHCU MODULE

The EHCU module is not serviceable and must be replaced as a unit. Refer to Fig. when replacing the unit.

  • Bleed brake booster by depressing brake pedal several times.
  • Remove washer tank attaching bolts, then position aside.
  • Remove EHCU electrical connectors.
  • Disconnect module brake lines. Use caution not to get brake fluid on paint or electrical connections.
  • Remove upper to lower bracket assembly attaching bolts.
  • Remove EHCU module and upper bracket assembly from vehicle.
  • Remove upper mounting bracket to EHCU module attaching bolts.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban cars and light trucks from 1990+.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> Four Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System -> TROUBLESHOOTING
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban 6.2 V8 DIESEL

Refer to Figs. throug...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban cars and light trucks from 1990+.

POWER BRAKE UNITS, GENERAL MOTORS -> General Service -> CHECKING COMPLAINTS
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban 5.7 V8 GAS

Diagnose power brakes systems as if two separate systems exist. Check for faults in the regular brake system first. If no problem exists in the regular brake system, diagnosis the power brake circuit is necessary. For a quick check of proper power unit operation, press the brake pedal firmly and then start the engine. The pedal should fall away slightly and less pressure should be needed to maintain the pedal in any position. On vacuum suspended power units, air will rush into the air intake when the brakes are applied.

To perform another check, remove the stop light switch, ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Chevrolet R1500 Suburban 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 R1500 Suburban 5.7 V8 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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