1996 GEO Prizm Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1996 GEO Prizm

  • 1996 GEO Prizm LSI 1.6 L4 GAS, CC:1588, CID:98, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:98, Engine VIN:, Desg:6
  • 1996 GEO Prizm LSI 1.8 L4 GAS, CC:1788, CID:110, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:110, Engine VIN:, Desg:8
  • 1996 GEO Prizm 1.6 L4 GAS, CC:1588, CID:98, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:98, Engine VIN:, Desg:6

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GEO Prizm AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 GEO Prizm cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Type 4 -> Brake Service -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 1996 GEO Prizm LSI 1.6 L4 GAS

Removal
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark relationship of wheel to axle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove brake drum. If drum is difficult to remove, insert screwdriver through hole in backing plate and hold automatic adjusting lever away from adjusting bolt, then, using a second screwdriver, reduce brake shoe adjustment.
  • Remove return spring, Fig.
  • Remove hold-down spring, retainers and pin retaining front shoe.
  • Disconnect anchor spring from front shoe, then remove front shoe.
  • Remove anchor spring.
  • Remove hold-down spring, retainers and pin retaining rear shoe.
  • Using screwdriver,...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GEO Prizm AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 GEO Prizm cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Aurora, Bonneville, Corvette, LeSabre, Park Avenue, Riviera, 88 & 98 -> Corvette -> Disassemble -> Except Aurora, Bonneville, Corvette, LeSabre, Park Avenue, Riviera, 88 & 98 -> Master Cylinder Overhaul -> Wheel Cylinder Overhaul
Vehicle: 1996 GEO Prizm LSI 1.6 L4 GAS

Master Cylinder Overhaul
Except Aurora, Bonneville, Corvette, LeSabre, Park Avenue, Riviera, 88 & 98
Disassemble

Refer to Figs. and when performing the following procedures.

  • Remove master cylinder from vehicle as follows:
    • Disconnect and plug hydraulic lines.
    • Remove two master cylinder attaching nuts, then the master cylinder.
  • Remove reservoir cover and diaphragm. Discard old brake fluid in reservoir.
  • Inspect cover and diaphragm. Replace if cut, cracked or deformed.
  • Remove fluid level switch, if equipped.
  • On models with compact master cylinder, remove proportioner valve assembly, Fig. ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GEO Prizm AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 GEO Prizm cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Type 4 -> Brake Service -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 1996 GEO Prizm 1.6 L4 GAS

Removal
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark relationship of wheel to axle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove brake drum. If drum is difficult to remove, insert screwdriver through hole in backing plate and hold automatic adjusting lever away from adjusting bolt, then, using a second screwdriver, reduce brake shoe adjustment.
  • Remove return spring, Fig.
  • Remove hold-down spring, retainers and pin retaining front shoe.
  • Disconnect anchor spring from front shoe, then remove front shoe.
  • Remove anchor spring.
  • Remove hold-down spring, retainers and pin retaining rear shoe.
  • Using screwdriver,...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GEO Prizm AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 GEO Prizm cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 1996 GEO Prizm LSI 1.8 L4 GAS

Master Cylinder
  • Disconnect wire connector from brake warning pressure switch, if equipped.
  • Disconnect brake lines from master cylinder.
  • Remove master cylinder mounting nuts, then the master cylinder.
  • On models wi...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GEO Prizm AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 GEO Prizm cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Toyota/GM Single Piston Caliper -> Precautions
Vehicle: 1996 GEO Prizm 1.6 L4 GAS

  • Grease or any other foreign material must be kept off the brake linings, caliper, surfaces of the disc and external surfaces of the hub, during service procedures. Handling the brake disc and caliper should be done in a way to avoid deformation of the disc and nicking or scratching brake linings.
  • If inspection reveals rubber piston seals are worn or damaged, they should be replaced immediately.
  • During removal and installation of a wheel assembly, exercise care so as not to interfere wi...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GEO Prizm AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 GEO Prizm cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Adjustments -> AC-Delco Single Diaphragm Type -> AC-Delco Tandem Diaphragm Type -> Air Method -> Brake Pedal -> Gauge Method -> Pushrod -> Toyota/GM Single Diaphragm Type
Vehicle: 1996 GEO Prizm LSI 1.6 L4 GAS

Brake Pedal
Toyota/GM Single Diaphragm Type
  • 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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