1999 Chevrolet Corvette Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> PBR Dual Piston Front Disc Brake -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

Removal

  • Remove 2/3 of total brake fluid capacity from master cylinder reservoir.
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • If caliper requires overhaul, remove inlet fitting attaching bolt, then disconnect inlet fitting from caliper housing.
  • Discard both gaskets, then plug openings in inlet fitting and caliper to prevent loss or contamination of fluid. Do not crimp brake hose since this may damage hose's internal structure.
  • Remove caliper guide pin bolts, then the caliper from rotor and caliper mounting bracket. If only shoe and linings require replacement, susp...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> PBR Dual Piston Front Disc Brake -> Brake Pad Service -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

Removal

  • Remove brake caliper as outlined under "Caliper Service."
  • Position suitable pliers over caliper and center of inboard shoe and lining, Fig. , then squeeze pliers to bottom pistons in caliper bores.
  • Remove shoe and lining assemblies.

Installation

  • Install inboard shoe and...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> PBR Dual Piston Front Disc Brake -> Troubleshooting -> Brake Roughness
Vehicle: 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

Brake Roughness

The most common cause of brake chatter on disc brakes is a variation in disc thickness. 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 inspect 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 .0...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> General Motors -> Component Replacement -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

Master Cylinder

  • On Vibe models, remove air filer hose clamp and hose from throttle body.
  • On all models, disconnect fluid level sensor retainer and electrical connector.
  • Drain master cylinder reservoir brake fluid into suita...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Application Chart
Vehicle: 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1999 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1999 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Troubleshooting -> Brakes Grab -> Hard Pedal/Brakes Inefficient -> Slow Or No Release
Vehicle: 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS

Brakes Grab

  • Contaminated, worn or faulty brake linings.
  • Drum or brake rotor out-of-round.
  • Faulty brake booster.

Hard Pedal/Brakes Inefficient

  • Contaminated, glazed or faul...

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