1997 Chevrolet Malibu Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1997 Chevrolet Malibu

  • 1997 Chevrolet Malibu 3.1 V6 GAS, CID:189, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:189, Engine VIN:, Desg:M
  • 1997 Chevrolet Malibu 2.4 L4 GAS, CID:146, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:146, Engine VIN:, Desg:T
  • 1997 Chevrolet Malibu LS 3.1 V6 GAS, CID:189, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:189, Engine VIN:, Desg:M

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Description
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Malibu 2.4 L4 GAS

The caliper has a single piston and is mounted to the support bracket by two mounting bolts, Figs. through . The caliper assembly slides on the two mounting bolts. Upon brake application, fluid pressure against the piston forces the inboard s...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

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

Power Brake Units -> Precautions
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Malibu LS 3.1 V6 GAS

  • After disassembling a power brake unit, soak all metal parts in solvent.
  • Use only alcohol on parts containing rubber. After the parts have been thoroughly cleaned and rinsed in solvent, they should be rewashed in clean alcohol before assembling.
  • Use compressed air...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Caliper Service -> Disassemble -> Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Malibu 3.1 V6 GAS

Replace
  • Remove approximately 2/3 of brake fluid from master cylinder.
  • Raise and support front of vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Using suitable C-clamp, push piston back into caliper bore, Fig. .
  • If caliper assembly is being removed for service, remove inlet fitting attaching bolt, copper washer, and inlet fitting from caliper housing. Plug opening in inlet fitting to prevent fluid loss and contamination. Do not crimp brake hose, as this may damage internal structure of hose. If only shoe and lining assemblies are to be replaced, do not disconnect brake line fitting fr...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Troubleshooting -> Brake Roughness
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Malibu 2.4 L4 GAS

Brake Roughness

The most common cause of brake chatter on disc brakes is a variation in thickness of the disc. If roughness or vibration is encountered during highway operation or if pedal pulsation is experienced at low speeds, the disc may have excessive thickness variation. To check for this condition, measure the disc at 12 points with a micrometer at a radius approximately one inch from edge of disc. If thickness measurements vary by more than .0005 inch,...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

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

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Front Disc Brake (Type 2) -> Caliper Specifications
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Malibu 2.4 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Chevrolet Malibu AUTOMOBILES

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

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Delphi (Delco-Moraine) Type VI -> SYSTEM SERVICE -> 1997 -> 1998 -> Achieva, Beretta, Cavalier, Corsica, Cutlass Supreme, Grand Am, Grand Prix, Lumina, Malibu, Metro, Monte Carlo, Prizm, Regal & Sunfire -> Achieva, Beretta, Corsica, Grand Am & Skylark -> Achieva, Cutlass, Cutlass Supreme, Grand Am, Grand Prix, Lumina, Malibu, Monte Carlo, Regal & Skylark, 1998 Cavalier & Sunfire -> Beretta, Corsica & 1997 Cavalier & Sunfire -> Brake System Bleed -> Camaro & Firebird -> Cavalier & Sunfire -> Component Replacement -> Cutlass & Malibu -> Cutlass Supreme, Grand Prix, Intrigue, Lumina, Monte Carlo, Regal & 1997-98 Century -> Electronic Brake Control Module -> Front -> Hydraulic Modulator Assembly -> Hydraulic Modulator Solenoid -> Hydraulic System Flush -> Less Scan Tool -> Manual Bleed -> Manual Flush -> Metro -> Pressure Bleed -> Pressure Flush -> Prizm -> Rear -> Rehome -> Scan Tool -> Wheel Speed Sensor
Vehicle: 1997 Chevrolet Malibu 3.1 V6 GAS

Brake System Bleed

Before bleeding the brakes, the front and rear displacement cylinder pistons must be returned to their top most position as outlined under "Rehome."

Rehome
Scan Tool

All Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) must be repaired and cleared before attempting to rehome displacement cylinder pistons. Using suitably programmed scan tool, follow tool manufacturers instructions.

Less Scan Tool

On 1997-98 models, refer to " Scan Tool."

ABS warning lamp must not be illuminated. Do not place foot on brake pedal unless specifically directed to do so.

  • Remove foot from brake pedal.
  • Start engine...

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