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We have info for following modifications of 1990 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup

  • 1990 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup 6.2 V8 DIESEL, CID:379, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:379, Engine VIN:, Desg:J
  • 1990 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:350, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:350, Engine VIN:, Desg:K
  • 1990 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup 7.4 V8 GAS, CID:454, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:454, Engine VIN:, Desg:N

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DISC BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> Bendix Single Piston Sliding Caliper -> CALIPER SERVICE -> ASSEMBLE -> DISASSEMBLE -> INSTALLATION -> REMOVAL
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup 5.7 V8 GAS

REMOVAL

  • Siphon two-thirds of brake fluid from master cylinder reservoir serving front disc brakes.
  • Raise vehicle, support on jack stands and remove front wheels.
  • Bottom the caliper piston in bore. Insert a screwdriver between inboard shoe and piston, then pry piston back into bore. The piston can also be bottomed in the bore with a large C-clamp, Fig. .
  • Remove support key retaining screw.
  • Drive caliper support key and spring from steering knuckle with a suitable drift and hammer, Fig. .
  • Lift caliper from anchor plate and off rotor, Fig. . Hang caliper from coil spring with wire. Do n...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup 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 V3500 Pickup 7.4 V8 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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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup 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 V3500 Pickup 6.2 V8 DIESEL

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 V3500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRUM BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> Drum Brake Service -> Inspection
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup 7.4 V8 GAS

  • Inspect components for damage or unusual wear. Replace as necessary.
  • Inspect backing plate attaching bolts, and ensure they are tight.
  • Inspect wheel cylinders. Excessive fluid indicates cup leakage and need for wheel cylinder replacement. A slight amount of fluid is always present and is considered normal, act...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DISC BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> Delco-Moraine Single Piston Caliper -> CALIPER SERVICE -> ASSEMBLE -> DISASSEMBLE -> INSTALLATION -> REMOVAL
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup 6.2 V8 DIESEL

REMOVAL

  • Siphon enough brake fluid out of the master cylinder to bring fluid level to1-3 full to avoid fluid overflow when the caliper piston is pushed back into its bore.
  • Raise and support vehicle, remove front wheels.
  • Using a C-clamp, as illustrated in Fig. , push piston back into its bore.
  • Remove two mounting bolts and lift caliper away from disc.

DISASSEMBLE

  • Disconnect hose from the caliper being careful not to lose copper washers.
  • Remove caliper as outlined above.
  • Drain brake fluid from caliper.
  • Pad caliper interior with clean shop towels and apply compressed air to remove piston, Fi...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEMS, GENERAL MOTORS -> MASTER CYLINDER, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Chevrolet V3500 Pickup 5.7 V8 GAS

  • On vehicles w/manual brakes, disconnect master cylinder push rod from brake pedal.
  • On all models, disconnect all wire connectors from mas...

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