2001 Chevrolet Corvette Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 2001 Chevrolet Corvette

  • 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:350, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:350, Engine VIN:, Desg:G
  • 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 5.7 V8 GAS, CID:350, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:350, Engine VIN:, Desg:S

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> General Motors -> 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: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 5.7 V8 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.

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 pedal mo...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Adjustments -> AC-Delco Single Diaphragm Type -> AC-Delco Tandem Diaphragm Type -> Air Method -> Brake Pedal -> Gauge Method -> Pushrod -> Toyota/GM Single Diaphragm Type
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 5.7 V8 GAS

Brake Pedal

Toyota/GM Single Diaphragm Type
  • With engine running and brake pedal in rest position, measure distance between face of pedal and floor mat.
  • Distance should be 5.850-6.244 inches.
  • If distance is not as specified, adjust pedal height as follows:
    • Remove lefthand lower instrument panel trim section and air duct.
    • Loosen stop lamp switch sufficiently to access pedal adjustment.
    • Loosen locknut and rotate pedal pushrod as required to obtain specified pedal height. Tighten locknut.
    • Adjust brake lamp switch position so plunger lightly contacts pedal stopper and brake lamps are off when pe...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> General Motors -> 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: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 5.7 V8 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.

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 pedal mo...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> PBR Single Piston Rear Disc Brake -> Brake Pad Service -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 2001 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.
  • Install two wheel lug nuts to retain rotor in position.
  • Position one end of a suitable C-clamp against inlet fitting bolt and other end against outboard shoe and lining.
  • Tighten clamp, Fig. , until piston fully bottoms in caliper bore.
  • Remove upper guide pin bolt and discard.
  • Loosen lower guide pin bolt, then pivot caliper downward on lower guide pin bolt to expose shoe and lining assemblies.
  • Remove shoes and linings from mounting bracket.

Ins...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> PBR Dual Piston Front Disc Brake -> Rotor Replacement
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 5.7 V8 GAS

  • Remove caliper as outlined under "Caliper Service."
  • Remove caliper mounting bracket at...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Corvette AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Chevrolet Corvette cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> General Motors -> Hydraulic Brake System Specifications
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 5.7 V8 GAS

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