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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Prizm AUTOMOBILES

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

Anti-lock Brakes -> Lucas/Sumitomo -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1999 -> 2000-02 -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Electromagnetic Interference Test -> Intermittents & Poor Connections -> Prizm -> Vibe -> Wiring Diagrams
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Prizm 1.8 L4 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)s may be read using a suitable programed scan tool. There are no provisions for flash code diagnostics.

  • Turn ignition switch to Off position.
  • Connect suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC), located under lefthand side of instrument panel below steering column.
  • Turn ignition switch to On position.
  • Select DTCs from application menu.
  • Select DTC information on scan tool, then read and record DTCs.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation

DTCs may be read using a suitably programmed scan tool. There are no...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Prizm AUTOMOBILES

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

Power Brake Units -> Precautions
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Prizm 1.8 L4 GAS

  • After disassembling power brake unit, soak metal components in solvent.
  • Use only alcohol on components containing rubber. After components have been thoroughly cleaned and rinsed in solvent, they should be washed again in clean alcohol before assembly.
  • Use compressed air to blow dirt and cleaning fluid from ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Prizm AUTOMOBILES

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

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> General Motors -> Hydraulic Brake System Specifications
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Prizm 1.8 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Prizm AUTOMOBILES

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

Drum Brakes -> Type 3 -> Brake Service -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Prizm 1.8 L4 GAS

Removal

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Mark relationship of wheel to axle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove brake drum. If drum is difficult to remove, insert screwdriver through hole in backing plate and hold automatic adjusting lever away from adjusting bolt, then, using a second screwdriver, reduce brake shoe adjustment.
  • Remove return spring, Fig. .
  • Remove hold-down spring, retainers and pin retaining front shoe.
  • Disconnect anchor spring from front shoe, then remove front shoe.
  • Remove anchor spring.
  • Remove hold-down spring, retainers and pin retaining rear shoe.
  • Using screwdriver...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Prizm AUTOMOBILES

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

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> General Motors -> Brake System Bleed -> Bleed Sequence -> Hydraulic System Flush -> Manual -> Pressure
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Prizm 1.8 L4 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 required, bleed master cylinder as follows:
    • Loosen master cylinder forward brake line connection until fluid flows from reservoir, then tighten brake line.
    • Have assistant t...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Chevrolet Prizm AUTOMOBILES

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

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> General Motors -> Component Replacement -> Master Cylinder
Vehicle: 2001 Chevrolet Prizm 1.8 L4 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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