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We have info for following modifications of 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup

  • 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:350, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:350, Engine VIN:, Desg:R
  • 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup 4.3 V6 GAS, CID:262, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:262, Engine VIN:, Desg:W
  • 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup 5.0 V8 GAS, CID:305, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:305, Engine VIN:, Desg:M

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Delco Single Piston Sliding Caliper -> Description
Vehicle: 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup 5.7 V8 GAS

The caliper assembly slides on its mounting surfaces, Fig. . Upon brake application, hydraulic pressure against the piston forces the inboard pad against the inboar...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Bendix Brake Booster -> Troubleshooting -> Accumulator Leak-Down, System Does Not Hold Charge -> Grabby Brakes Or Booster Chatters/Pedal Vibrates -> Slow Brake Pedal Return
Vehicle: 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup 5.7 V8 GAS

Slow Brake Pedal Return

  • Excessive seal friction in booster.
  • Faulty spool action.
  • Restriction in return line from booster to pump reservoir.
  • Damaged input rod end.

Grabby Brakes Or Booster Chatters/Pedal Vibrates

  • Faulty spool action caused by contamination in sys...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Service -> Assemble -> Bendix Master Cylinder -> Delco Master Cylinder -> Disassemble -> Tracker Master Cylinder -> Wheel Cylinder
Vehicle: 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup 5.7 V8 GAS

Delco Master Cylinder

When performing the following procedures, refer to Figs. and noting that the composite reservoir may vary in design.

Disassemble
  • Remove master cylinder from vehicle.
  • 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 and proportioning valve assembly, if equipped.
  • Depress primary piston and remove lock ring.
  • Plug primary fluid outlet (outlet nearest to cowl when master cylinder is installed), then apply compressed air into secondary fluid outlet t...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Delco Single Piston Sliding Caliper -> Brake System Bleed
Vehicle: 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup 5.7 V8 GAS

Refer to "Hydraulic Brake... "

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Kelsey-Hayes -> System Service -> 1997-2000 C & K Series Except 1999-2000 Sierra, Silverado & 2000 Suburban, Tahoe & Yukon -> 1997-2000 w/310 ABS -> 1999-2000 Sierra, Silverado & 2000 Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon & 2001 C & K Series -> 2000-01 w/325 ABS -> Astro & Safari -> Brake Pressure Modulator Valve (BPMV) -> Brake System Bleed -> C & K Series Except C3500HD -> C3500HD -> Component Replacement -> Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) -> Front Wheel Speed Sensor -> G Van -> Installation -> Manual Bleed -> P Series -> Pressure Bleed -> Removal -> S & T Series
Vehicle: 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup 5.7 V8 GAS

Brake System Bleed

Gravity and vacuum bleeding procedures are not recommended for use with the anti-lock brake system. The manual bleed procedure is the preferred method, although pressure bleeding is also possible. Do not pump the brake pedal during the bleeding process, as fluid aeration may occur.

Manual Bleed
  • Raise and support vehicle, then connect a clear plastic tube to brake bleed screw at righthand rear wheel.
  • Place free end of tube in a glass jar partially filled with clean brake fluid. Ensure end of tube remains submerged in fluid and master cylinder reservoir is kept full.
  • ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Delco Single Piston Sliding Caliper -> Precautions -> Brake Disc Service -> Brake Lines & Linings -> Brake Roughness -> General
Vehicle: 1998 GMC C1500 Pickup 5.0 V8 GAS

Brake Lines & Linings

Remove one of the front wheels and inspect the brake disc, caliper and linings.

Do not allow any oil or grease on the linings. It is recommended that linings be replaced in sets when worn or damaged.

If the caliper is cracked or fluid leakage through the casting is evident, it must be replaced as a unit.

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 pumping is experienced at low speeds, the disc may have excessive thickness v...

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