1997 Chevrolet Lumina Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1997 Chevrolet Lumina

  • 1997 Chevrolet Lumina 3.1 V6 GAS, CID:189, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:189, Engine VIN:, Desg:M
  • 1997 Chevrolet Lumina LS 3.1 V6 GAS, CID:189, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:189, Engine VIN:, Desg:M
  • 1997 Chevrolet Lumina LTZ 3.1 V6 GAS, CID:189, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:189, Engine VIN:, Desg:M
  • 1997 Chevrolet Lumina LTZ 3.4 V6 GAS, CID:207, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:207, Engine VIN:, Desg:X

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet Lumina AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Chevrolet Lumina cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Delphi (Delco-Moraine) Type VI -> PRECAUTIONS -> ABS Service
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Lumina LTZ 3.4 V6 GAS

ABS Service

Before performing any repairs on the ABS system, note the following precautions:

  • Before using electric welding equipment, disconnect EBTCM.
  • Carefully note routing, position and mounting ABS and TCS wiring, connectors, clips and brackets. ABS and TCS are extremely sensitive to electromagnetic interference.
  • Do not use a fast charger when battery is connected. Never disconnect battery from system with engine running.
  • Ignition switch must be in Off position when disconnecting EBTCM.
  • Many ABS system components...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet Lumina AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Chevrolet Lumina cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Rear Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Brake Pad Service
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Lumina LS 3.1 V6 GAS

  • Remove 2/3 of brake fluid from master cylinder reservoir.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark relationship of wheel to axle flange, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove bolt and washer attaching cable support bracket to caliper body, Fig. .
  • Remove sleeve bolt and pivot caliper assembly up, Fig. . Do not completely remove caliper assembly body.
  • Remove outboard and inboard shoe and linings, then two pad clips from caliper support.
  • Using a suitable spanner type tool in piston slots, turn piston assembly and thread it into caliper body assembly.
  • After bottoming piston, lift inner edge...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet Lumina AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Chevrolet Lumina cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Rear Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Adjustments -> Parking Brake
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Lumina LTZ 3.4 V6 GAS

Parking Brake
  • Cycle brake system as follows:
    • Apply service brake with a pedal force of 150 lbs. and release.
    • Fully apply parking brake using approximately 125 lbs. of force on final stroke, and release.
    • Apply and release parking brake two additional times as described above.
  • Check parking brake pedal assembly for full release by turning ignition on and inspecting brake warning light. Light should be off.
  • If brake warning light is on and parking brake appears to be fully released, operate manual pedal release lever and pull downward on front park brake cable to remove slack from pedal ass...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet Lumina AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Chevrolet Lumina cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Type 5 -> Description
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Lumina 3.1 V6 GAS

This brake assembly operates with fewer parts, but is equal to other drum brake systems in performance. In this assembly, a ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet Lumina AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Chevrolet Lumina cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Description -> Brake Distribution Valve & Switch -> Brake Warning Lamp Switches -> Combination Valve -> Components -> Diagonally Split System -> Failure Warning Switch -> Fluid Level Sensor -> Front & Rear Split System -> Metering Valve -> Proportioning Or Pressure Control Valve -> Warning Lamp
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Lumina LTZ 3.1 V6 GAS

Front & Rear Split System

When the brake pedal is depressed, both the primary (front brake) and the secondary (rear brake) master cylinder pistons are moved simultaneously to exert hydraulic fluid pressure on their respective systems, Fig. .

If the rear (secondary) brake system fails, initial brake pedal movement will cause the unrestricted secondary piston to bottom in the master cylinder bore. Primary piston movement will displace hydraulic fluid in the primary section of the master cylinder to actuate the front brake system.

If the front (primary) brake system fails, initial brake p...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet Lumina AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Chevrolet Lumina cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Bleed Sequence -> Hydraulic System Flush -> Manual -> Pressure
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Lumina LS 3.1 V6 GAS

Manual

Pressure bleeding is recommended for all hydraulic systems. However, if a pressure bleeder is unavailable, use the following procedure. Brake fluid damages painted surfaces. Immediately clean any spilled fluid.

  • Remove vacuum reserve by pumping brakes several times with engine off.
  • Fill master cylinder reservoir with clean brake fluid. Do not let reservoir fall below half full during bleeding procedure.
  • If necessary, bleed master cylinder as follows:
    • Loosen master cylinder forward brake line connection until fluid flows from reservoir, then tighten brake line.
    • Instruct an ass...

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