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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

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

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> Replacement
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Spectra 1.8 L4 GAS

Replacement

  • Remove master cylinder as outlined in "Hydraulic Brake Systems."
  • Remove power brake unit in numbered sequence, Fig. .
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Inspect all...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

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

Anti-lock Brakes -> Sephia & Spectra -> System Service -> 1997 -> 1998-2002 -> ABS Control Unit -> Brake System Bleed -> Component Replacement -> Front Wheel Speed Sensor -> Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) -> Pump Motor & Main Relays -> Rear Wheel Speed Sensors
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Spectra 1.8 L4 GAS

Brake System Bleed

Refer to "Hydraulic Brake Systems" for brake bleeding procedure.

Component Replacement

ABS Control Unit
1997
  • Remove front passenger seat.
  • Release ABS control unit electrical connector latch, then disconnect harness.
  • Remove ABS control unit four mounting screws, then the unit.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Torque ABS control unit mounting screws to 108-144 inch lbs.
    • Torque front passenger seat bolts to 32-36 ft. lbs.
Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU)
  • Disconnect HCU electrical connector.
  • Disconnect pump motor connector from relay.
  • Tag their locations, then disco...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

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

Anti-lock Brakes -> Sephia & Spectra -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1997 -> 1998-2002 -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Intermittents -> Wiring Diagram
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Spectra 1.8 L4 GAS

Wiring Diagram

Refer to Figs. through for ABS wiring diagrams and to Fig. for ABS quick test.

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

1997
  • Turn ignition Off.
  • Locate Data Link Connector on rear firewall and connect a jumper wire between ABS output pin and G-2 pin, Fig. .
  • Turn ignition On, then remove jumper wire.
  • Study flashing pattern of ABS warning lamp and record code.
  • Determine if there are additional DTCs stored by connecting jumper for at least three seconds and removing it.
  • Study flashing pattern and record new DTC. Repeat previous step until all DTCs have been recorded.
  • If there...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

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

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Spectra 1.8 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

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

Anti-lock Brakes -> Sephia & Spectra -> Precautions
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Spectra 1.8 L4 GAS

Hydraulic brake fluid will damage painted surface...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

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

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Spectra 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Ensure brake fluid reservoir remains at least 3/4 full during entire bleed procedure.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove bleeder cap at bleeder screw farthest from master cylinder and attach a vinyl hose to bleeder screw.
  • Place other end of tube in a clear container filled with fresh brake flui...

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