1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN

  • 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN Savana 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:350, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:350, Engine VIN:, Desg:R
  • 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN Savana 4.3 V6 GAS, CID:262, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:262, Engine VIN:, Desg:W
  • 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN Savana 5.0 V8 GAS, CID:305, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:305, Engine VIN:, Desg:M

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Inspection
Vehicle: 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN Savana 5.0 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 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Delco-Moraine Single Piston Caliper -> Brake System Bleed -> C/K, G & M/L Series -> C/K, G, M/L, P & S/T Series -> Lumina APV, Silhouette & Trans Sport -> Manual Bleeding -> P Series -> Pressure Bleeding -> S/T Series -> Tracker
Vehicle: 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN Savana 5.7 V8 GAS

The braking system can be bled manually or with pressure bleeding equipment. If bleeding manually, check fluid level frequently.

Brake fluid should never be reused. Before driving the vehicle, check brake operation to ensure a firm pedal has been obtained.

Brake fluid will damage electrical connections and painted surfaces. Use shop cloths, suitable containers, and fender covers to prevent brake fluid from contacting these areas. Always seal and wipe off brake fluid containers to prevent spills.

Manual Bleeding

C/K, G, M/L, P & S/T Series
  • If vehicle is equipped with a vacuum or hy...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Delco-Moraine Brake Boosters -> Troubleshooting -> Brakes Grab -> Hard Pedal -> Slow Or No Release
Vehicle: 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN Savana 4.3 V6 GAS

Hard Pedal

  • Internal vacuum leak.
  • Faulty control valve.
  • Broken or damaged hydraulic brake lines.
  • Collapsed or damaged vacuum hose.
  • Plugged or loose vacuum fitting.
  • Bad stud welds on front or rear housing on power head.
  • Faulty booster diaphragm.
  • Restricted air filter element.
  • Worn or distorted reaction plate or levers.
  • Cracked or broken pow...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Bendix Single Piston Sliding Caliper -> Brake System Bleed
Vehicle: 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN Savana 5.7 V8 GAS

Refer to "Brake System Bleed," as ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Delco-Moraine Single Piston Caliper -> Troubleshooting -> Brake Rattle -> Brake Roughness Or Chatter; Pedal Pumping -> Caliper Brake Fluid Leak -> Excessive Pedal Effort -> Excessive Pedal Travel -> Heavy Brake Drag -> No Braking Effect When Brake Pedal Is Depressed -> Pull, Uneven Or Grabbing Brakes -> Rear Brakes Locking On Application
Vehicle: 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN Savana 5.7 V8 GAS

Excessive Pedal Travel

  • Worn brake linings.
  • Disc pads knock back after cornering or rough road travel.
  • Piston and linings not properly seated or positioned.
  • Insufficient fluid in system.
  • Loose wheel bearing adjustment.
  • Damaged or worn caliper piston seal.
  • Improper booster pushrod adjustment.
  • Pads out of flat more than .005 inch.
  • Rear brake automatic adjusters inoperative.
  • Improperly ground rear brake shoes.

Brake Roughness Or Chatter; Pedal Pumping

  • Excessive lateral runout of rotor.
  • Rotor excessively out of parallel.

Excessive Pedal Effort

  • Frozen or seized pistons.
  • Brake fluid, oil or grease on ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Adjustments -> 1992-94 -> 1992-94 Lumina APV, Silhouette & Trans Sport -> 1993-96 Astro/Safari & 1995-96 S & T Series -> 1995-96 -> Automatic Apply Parking Brakes -> Bravada, 1992 Astro/Safari & 1992-94 S & T Series -> C & K Series -> Control Rod Adjustment -> Duo-Servo Brakes -> Except 1992-94 Lumina APV, Silhouette & Trans Sport -> G-Van & P Series -> Lever Type -> Lumina APV, Silhouette & Trans Sport -> Manual Parking Brake -> Non-Servo Brakes -> Optional Method -> Pedal Type -> Propeller Shaft Type -> Service Brake -> Standard Method -> Tracker
Vehicle: 1996 GMC G15/G1500 VAN Savana 5.7 V8 GAS

Service Brake

Except 1992-94 Lumina APV, Silhouette & Trans Sport

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.

Frequent usage of an automatic transmission forward ra...

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