1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN

  • 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN Rally 6.2 V8 DIESEL, CID:379, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:379, Engine VIN:, Desg:J
  • 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN Rally 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:350, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:350, Engine VIN:, Desg:K
  • 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN Rally 7.4 V8 GAS, CID:454, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:454, Engine VIN:, Desg:N
  • 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN 6.2 V8 DIESEL, CID:379, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:379, Engine VIN:, Desg:J
  • 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:350, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:350, Engine VIN:, Desg:K
  • 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN 7.4 V8 GAS, CID:454, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:454, Engine VIN:, Desg:N
  • 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN Vandura 4.3 V6 GAS, CID:262, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:262, Engine VIN:, Desg:Z
  • 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN Vandura 6.2 V8 DIESEL, CID:379, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:379, Engine VIN:, Desg:J
  • 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN Vandura 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:350, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:350, Engine VIN:, Desg:K
  • 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN Vandura 7.4 V8 GAS, CID:454, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:454, Engine VIN:, Desg:N

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DISC BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> Delco-Moraine Single Piston Caliper -> CALIPER SERVICE -> ASSEMBLE -> DISASSEMBLE -> INSTALLATION -> REMOVAL
Vehicle: 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN Vandura 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 GMC G35/G3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN 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 GMC G35/G3500 VAN 7.4 V8 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 GMC G35/G3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRUM BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> Drum Brake Service -> Installation -> 1990-91 C & K SERIES w/NON-SERVO BRAKES -> EXCEPT TRACKER, 1990-91 C & K SERIES w/NON-SERVO BRAKES -> TRACKER
Vehicle: 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN 6.2 V8 DIESEL

EXCEPT TRACKER, 1990-91 C & K SERIES w/NON-SERVO BRAKES

  • Lubricate parking brake lever fulcrum with suitable brake lube, then attach lever to brake shoe. Ensure lever operates smoothly.
  • Connect brake shoes with adjusting screw spring, then position adjusting screw. Ensure adjusting screw star wheel does not contact adjusting screw spring after installation, and also ensure RH thread adjusting screw is installed on left side of vehicle and LH thread adjusting screw is installed on right side of vehicle. When brake shoe installation is completed, ensure star wheel lines up with adjustin...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DISC BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> Bendix Single Piston Sliding Caliper -> CALIPER SERVICE -> ASSEMBLE -> DISASSEMBLE -> INSTALLATION -> REMOVAL
Vehicle: 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN Rally 7.4 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 GMC G35/G3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRUM BRAKES, GENERAL MOTORS -> Drum Brake Service -> Adjustments -> 1990-91 CHEVROLET & GMC C & K SERIES -> AUTOMATIC APPLY PARKING BRAKES -> CABALLERO & EL CAMINO -> CHEVROLET & GMC FULL SIZE TRUCKS & VANS EXCEPT 1990-91 C & K SERIES -> CHEVROLET ASTRO VAN & GMC SAFARI VAN -> CHEVROLET S/T 10 & GMC S/T 15, OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA -> CONTROL ROD, ADJUST -> Duo-Servo Brakes -> Lever Type -> LUMINA (APV), SILHOUETTE & TRANS SPORT -> MANUAL PARKING BRAKES -> Non-Servo Brakes -> Pedal Type -> Propeller Shaft Type -> SERIES 10-30/1500-3500 -> SERVICE BRAKES -> TRACKER
Vehicle: 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN 5.7 V8 GAS

SERVICE BRAKES

These brakes have self-adjusting shoe mechanisms that assure correct lining-to-drum clearances at all times. The automatic adjusters operate only when the brakes are applied as the vehicle is moving rearward or when the car comes to an uphill stop.

Although the brakes are self-adjusting, an initial adjustment is necessary after the brake shoes have been relined or replaced, or when the length of the adjusting screw has been changed during some other service operation. Refer to "Installation" for this procedure.

Frequent usage of an automatic transmission forward range to h...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 GMC G35/G3500 VAN 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 GMC G35/G3500 VAN Vandura 5.7 V8 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. Gr...

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